Rae Dawn Chong
Known for: Acting
Rae Dawn Chong, a Canadian-American actress, has graced screens for decades. Born in Edmonton in 1961, the daughter of comedian Tommy Chong, her heritage reflects a rich mix of African-American, Native American, Asian, and Scottish-Irish ancestry. After her debut in the 1978 film "Stony Island," Chong's breakthrough came in 1981 with "Quest for Fire," which earned her a prestigious Genie Award for Best Actress. Throughout the 80s, she thrived with diverse roles in films like "Beat Street," "The Color Purple," "Commando," and "Soul Man," showcasing her versatility across comedies, dramas, and thrillers. Continuing to act in the 90s and beyond, Chong has also been a philanthropist, supporting charities and even discovering a future star (Chris Pratt) during his early days as a waiter. With her impactful performances, Rae Dawn Chong remains a remarkable figure in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
Series
9-1-1
Stacey Mullins
2018
Series
Late Night with David Letterman
Self - Guest
1982
Series
Melrose Place
Carrie Fellows
1992
Series
Judging Amy
Atty. Westland
1999
Series
The Dick Cavett Show
Self - Guest
1968
Series
St. Elsewhere
Hooker
1982
Series
Highlander: The Series
Claudia Jardine
1992
Series
The Outer Limits
Karen Heatherton
1995
Series
American Crime Story
Betty Currie
2016
Series
That's So Raven
Lynn Thomas
2003
Series
Celebrity Family Feud
Self
2015
Series
The Hitchhiker
Leesa White
1983
Series
Interview with the Vampire
Florence de Pointe du Lac
2022
Series
Better Things
2016
Series
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Self
2009
Film
Commando
Cindy
1985
Series
Wild Card
Sophie Mason
2003
Series
Tall Tales & Legends
Circe Lafemme
1985
Film
The Color Purple
Squeak
1985
Series
Mysterious Ways
Dr. Peggy Fowler
2000
Film
Crying Freeman
Detective Forge
1995
Film
Quest for Fire
Ika
1981
Open Access
Self
2004
Film
The Borrower
Diana Pierce
1991
Film
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Carol
2012
Film
FEEL
Sitter 5
2025
Series
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
Film
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
1990
Film
The Principal
Hilary Orozco
1987
Film
Zabagabee
1987
Film
Five Minutes
Delores
2017
Film
Soul Man
Sarah Walker
1986
Film
Amazon
Paola
1990
Film
Hideaway
Rose Orwetto
1995
Film
Beat Street
Tracy Carlson
1984
Film
American Flyers
Sarah
1985
Film
The Mistress
2023
Film
Shiver
Detective Burdine
2012
Series
Top of the Hill
Rita
1980
Film
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
The Gypsy
1984
Film
Choose Me
Pearl Antoine
1984
Film
Fear City
Leila
1984
Film
Boca
J.J.
1994
Film
Time Runner
Karen Donaldson
1993
Charity Jam
Self
2005
Film
The Squeeze
Rachel Dobs
1987
Film
When the Party's Over
M.J.
1993
Film
Starlight
1996
Film
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
Yvonne
1993
Film
Pegasus vs. Chimera
Mayda
2012
Film
Constellation
Jenita
2007
Film
We Are Gathered Here Today
Mary Reed
2022
Film
Far Out Man
Rae Dawn Chong
1990
Film
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
Sister Caroline
2006
Film
Reborn
Dory Ryder
2018
Film
Relapse
Accountant
Film
Badge of the Assassin
Christine Horn
1985
Film
Casey at the Bat
Circe Lafemme
1986
Film
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Rhonda
1991
Film
Dangerous Attraction
Ann Rich
2000
Film
Highball
Rae Dawn Chong
2002
Film
Boulevard
Ola
1994
Film
Things I Forgot to Remember
Mary
1999
Film
City Limits
Yogi
1985
Film
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Vivian
2010
Film
The Break
Jennifer Irons
1995
Film
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000
Film
Mask of Death
Cassandra Turner
1996
Film
Denial
Julie
1990
Film
Running Out of Luck
Slave Girl
1987
Film
Curiosity Kills
Jane
1990
Film
For Hope
Woman at Bar (uncredited)
1996
Film
Deadly Skies
Madison Taylor
2006
Film
Alibi
D.A. Linda Garcia
1997
Film
The Visit
Felicia
2001
Film
Scared to Death
Ruth
2026
Film
Goodbye America
Special Agent Danzig
1997
Film
Stony Island
Janetta
1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
Greta
1974
Film
Walking After Midnight
Self
1988
Film
Valentine's Day
Sally
1998
Film
Power of Attorney
Joan Armstrong
1995
Film
Chaindance
Ilene Curtis
1991
Film
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Herself
2020
Film
Moodswing Whiskey
Mama Marks
2026
Film
The Sleeping Negro
Black Woman
2021
Film
The Quest for Fire Adventure
Self
1982
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
Self
1981
Film
Knock 'em Dead
Jenny
2014
Film
Small Time
The Woman
1996
Film
The Raven
Nurse Virginia
2025
Film
Greasy Rider
2006
I Love 1980's
2001