Rae Dawn Chong
Acting
Born February 28, 1961 · Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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 t…
Known For · 40 titles
9-1-1
Melrose Place
Interview with the Vampire
Late Night with David Letterman
St. Elsewhere
The Dick Cavett Show
Judging Amy
Highlander: The Series
American Crime Story
The Outer Limits
Celebrity Family Feud
That's So Raven
Celebrity Ghost Stories
The Hitchhiker
Better Things
Commando
Tall Tales & Legends
Open Access
Mysterious Ways
Wild Card
The Color Purple
Crying Freeman
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Quest for Fire
The Principal
E! True Hollywood Story
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
American Flyers
Soul Man
The Borrower
Hideaway
Five Minutes
The Raven
Boca
Things I Forgot to Remember
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Shiver
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
We Are Gathered Here Today
Fear City