Acting
Rae Dawn Chong
Born 1961-02-28
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Department: Acting
Biography
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.
Known For
Prominent works featuring Rae Dawn Chong
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9-1-1
2018
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Commando
1985
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The Color Purple
1985
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American Crime Story
2016
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Late Night with David Letterman
1982
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Melrose Place
1992
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Highlander: The Series
1992
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Jeff, Who Lives at Home
2012
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Quest for Fire
1981
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Interview with the Vampire
2022
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (92 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Moodswing Whiskey | Mama Marks | Movie | 2026 |
 | Scared to Death | Ruth | Movie | 2026 |
 | The Raven | Nurse Virginia | Movie | 2025 |
 | FEEL | Sitter 5 | Movie | 2025 |
 | The Mistress | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2023 |
 | Interview with the Vampire | Florence de Pointe du Lac | TV Series | 2022 |
 | We Are Gathered Here Today | Mary Reed | Movie | 2022 |
 | The Sleeping Negro | Black Woman | Movie | 2021 |
| Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables | Herself | Movie | 2020 | |
 | Reborn | Dory Ryder | Movie | 2018 |
 | 9-1-1 | Stacey Mullins | TV Series | 2018 |
 | Five Minutes | Delores | Movie | 2017 |
 | Better Things | Self / Appearance | TV Series | 2016 |
 | American Crime Story | Betty Currie | TV Series | 2016 |
 | Celebrity Family Feud | Self | TV Series | 2015 |
 | Knock 'em Dead | Jenny | Movie | 2014 |
 | Pegasus vs. Chimera | Mayda | Movie | 2012 |
 | Shiver | Detective Burdine | Movie | 2012 |
 | Jeff, Who Lives at Home | Carol | Movie | 2012 |
 | Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer | Vivian | Movie | 2010 |
 | Celebrity Ghost Stories | Self | TV Series | 2009 |
 | Constellation | Jenita | Movie | 2007 |
 | Greasy Rider | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2006 |
 | Deadly Skies | Madison Taylor | Movie | 2006 |
 | Max Havoc: Ring of Fire | Sister Caroline | Movie | 2006 |
| Charity Jam | Self | TV Series | 2005 | |
| Open Access | Self | TV Series | 2004 | |
 | Wild Card | Sophie Mason | TV Series | 2003 |
 | That's So Raven | Lynn Thomas | TV Series | 2003 |
 | Highball | Rae Dawn Chong | Movie | 2002 |
 | The Visit | Felicia | Movie | 2001 |
 | Mysterious Ways | Dr. Peggy Fowler | TV Series | 2000 |
 | The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story | Self / Appearance | Movie | 2000 |
 | Dangerous Attraction | Ann Rich | Movie | 2000 |
 | Cursed Part 3 | Director | Movie | 2000 |
 | Judging Amy | Atty. Westland | TV Series | 1999 |
 | Things I Forgot to Remember | Mary | Movie | 1999 |
 | Valentine's Day | Sally | Movie | 1998 |
 | Alibi | D.A. Linda Garcia | Movie | 1997 |
 | Goodbye America | Special Agent Danzig | Movie | 1997 |
 | For Hope | Woman at Bar (uncredited) | Movie | 1996 |
 | Small Time | The Woman | Movie | 1996 |
 | E! True Hollywood Story | Self / Appearance | TV Series | 1996 |
 | Starlight | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1996 |
 | Mask of Death | Cassandra Turner | Movie | 1996 |
 | The Break | Jennifer Irons | Movie | 1995 |
 | Power of Attorney | Joan Armstrong | Movie | 1995 |
 | Crying Freeman | Detective Forge | Movie | 1995 |
 | The Outer Limits | Karen Heatherton | TV Series | 1995 |
 | Hideaway | Rose Orwetto | Movie | 1995 |
 | Boca | J.J. | Movie | 1994 |
 | Boulevard | Ola | Movie | 1994 |
 | Father & Son: Dangerous Relations | Yvonne | Movie | 1993 |
 | Time Runner | Karen Donaldson | Movie | 1993 |
 | When the Party's Over | M.J. | Movie | 1993 |
 | Highlander: The Series | Claudia Jardine | TV Series | 1992 |
 | Melrose Place | Carrie Fellows | TV Series | 1992 |
 | The Borrower | Diana Pierce | Movie | 1991 |
 | Chaindance | Ilene Curtis | Movie | 1991 |
 | Prison Stories: Women on the Inside | Rhonda | Movie | 1991 |
 | Amazon | Paola | Movie | 1990 |
 | Curiosity Kills | Jane | Movie | 1990 |
 | Far Out Man | Herself | Movie | 1990 |
 | Tales from the Darkside: The Movie | Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’) | Movie | 1990 |
 | Denial | Julie | Movie | 1990 |
 | Walking After Midnight | Self | Movie | 1988 |
 | The Principal | Hilary Orozco | Movie | 1987 |
 | The Squeeze | Rachel Dobs | Movie | 1987 |
 | Running Out of Luck | Slave Girl | Movie | 1987 |
 | Zabagabee | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1987 |
 | Soul Man | Sarah Walker | Movie | 1986 |
 | Casey at the Bat | Circe Lafemme | Movie | 1986 |
 | The Color Purple | Squeak | Movie | 1985 |
 | Commando | Cindy | Movie | 1985 |
 | Tall Tales & Legends | Circe Lafemme | TV Series | 1985 |
 | City Limits | Yogi | Movie | 1985 |
 | American Flyers | Sarah | Movie | 1985 |
 | Badge of the Assassin | Christine Horn | Movie | 1985 |
 | Choose Me | Pearl Antoine | Movie | 1984 |
 | Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers | The Gypsy | Movie | 1984 |
 | Fear City | Leila | Movie | 1984 |
 | Beat Street | Tracy Carlson | Movie | 1984 |
 | The Hitchhiker | Leesa White | TV Series | 1983 |
 | St. Elsewhere | Hooker | TV Series | 1982 |
 | Late Night with David Letterman | Self - Guest | TV Series | 1982 |
 | Quest for Fire | Ika | Movie | 1981 |
| À propos de 'La guerre du feu' | Self | Movie | 1981 | |
 | Top of the Hill | Rita | TV Series | 1980 |
 | Stony Island | Janetta | Movie | 1978 |
| The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton | Greta | Movie | 1974 | |
 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest | TV Series | 1968 |
 | Relapse | Accountant | Movie | — |