Acting · Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · Born February 28, 1961
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.
MovieMoodswing Whiskey
2026
as Mama Marks
MovieScared to Death
2026
as Ruth
MovieThe Raven
2025
as Nurse Virginia
MovieFEEL
2025
as Sitter 5
MovieThe Mistress
2023
TVInterview with the Vampire
2022
as Florence de Pointe du Lac
MovieWe Are Gathered Here Today
2022
as Mary Reed
MovieThe Sleeping Negro
2021
as Black Woman
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
2020
as Herself
MovieReborn
2018
as Dory Ryder
TV9-1-1
2018
as Stacey Mullins
MovieFive Minutes
2017
as Delores
TVBetter Things
2016
TVAmerican Crime Story
2016
as Betty Currie
TVCelebrity Family Feud
2015
as Self
MovieKnock 'em Dead
2014
as Jenny
MoviePegasus vs. Chimera
2012
as Mayda
MovieShiver
2012
as Detective Burdine
MovieJeff, Who Lives at Home
2012
as Carol
MovieCyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
2010
as Vivian
TVCelebrity Ghost Stories
2009
as Self
MovieConstellation
2007
as Jenita
MovieGreasy Rider
2006
MovieDeadly Skies
2006
as Madison Taylor
MovieMax Havoc: Ring of Fire
2006
as Sister Caroline
Charity Jam
2005
as Self
Open Access
2004
as Self
TVWild Card
2003
as Sophie Mason
TVThat's So Raven
2003
as Lynn Thomas
MovieHighball
2002
as Rae Dawn Chong
MovieThe Visit
2001
as Felicia
TVMysterious Ways
2000
as Dr. Peggy Fowler
MovieThe Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000
MovieDangerous Attraction
2000
as Ann Rich
TVJudging Amy
1999
as Atty. Westland
MovieThings I Forgot to Remember
1999
as Mary
MovieValentine's Day
1998
as Sally
MovieAlibi
1997
as D.A. Linda Garcia
MovieGoodbye America
1997
as Special Agent Danzig
MovieFor Hope
1996
as Woman at Bar (uncredited)
MovieSmall Time
1996
as The Woman
TVE! True Hollywood Story
1996
MovieStarlight
1996
MovieMask of Death
1996
as Cassandra Turner
MovieThe Break
1995
as Jennifer Irons
MoviePower of Attorney
1995
as Joan Armstrong
MovieCrying Freeman
1995
as Detective Forge
TVThe Outer Limits
1995
as Karen Heatherton
MovieHideaway
1995
as Rose Orwetto
MovieBoca
1994
as J.J.
MovieBoulevard
1994
as Ola
MovieFather & Son: Dangerous Relations
1993
as Yvonne
MovieTime Runner
1993
as Karen Donaldson
MovieWhen the Party's Over
1993
as M.J.
TVHighlander: The Series
1992
as Claudia Jardine
TVMelrose Place
1992
as Carrie Fellows
MovieThe Borrower
1991
as Diana Pierce
MovieChaindance
1991
as Ilene Curtis
MoviePrison Stories: Women on the Inside
1991
as Rhonda
MovieAmazon
1990
as Paola
MovieCuriosity Kills
1990
as Jane
MovieFar Out Man
1990
as Herself
MovieTales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990
as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
MovieDenial
1990
as Julie
MovieWalking After Midnight
1988
as Self
MovieThe Principal
1987
as Hilary Orozco
MovieThe Squeeze
1987
as Rachel Dobs
MovieRunning Out of Luck
1987
as Slave Girl
MovieZabagabee
1987
MovieSoul Man
1986
as Sarah Walker
MovieCasey at the Bat
1986
as Circe Lafemme
MovieThe Color Purple
1985
as Squeak
MovieCommando
1985
as Cindy
TVTall Tales & Legends
1985
as Circe Lafemme
MovieCity Limits
1985
as Yogi
MovieAmerican Flyers
1985
as Sarah
MovieBadge of the Assassin
1985
as Christine Horn
MovieChoose Me
1984
as Pearl Antoine
MovieCheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
1984
as The Gypsy
MovieFear City
1984
as Leila
MovieBeat Street
1984
as Tracy Carlson
TVThe Hitchhiker
1983
as Leesa White
TVSt. Elsewhere
1982
as Hooker
TVLate Night with David Letterman
1982
as Self - Guest
MovieQuest for Fire
1981
as Ika
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
1981
as Self
TVTop of the Hill
1980
as Rita
MovieStony Island
1978
as Janetta
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
1974
as Greta
TVThe Dick Cavett Show
1968
as Self - Guest
MovieRelapse
as Accountant
