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.
FEEL
Sitter 5
2025
Scared to Death
Ruth
2024
The Mistress
2023
Interview with the Vampire
Florence de Pointe du Lac · (4 episodes)
2022
We Are Gathered Here Today
Mary Reed
2022
The Sleeping Negro
Black Woman
2021
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Herself
2020
Reborn
Dory Ryder
2018
9-1-1
Stacey Mullins · (2 episodes)
2018
Five Minutes
Delores
2017
Better Things
(1 episode)
2016
American Crime Story
Betty Currie · (8 episodes)
2016
Celebrity Family Feud
Self · (1 episode)
2015
Knock 'em Dead
Jenny
2014
Pegasus Vs. Chimera
Mayda
2012
Shiver
Detective Burdine
2012
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Carol
2012
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Vivian
2010
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Self · (1 episode)
2009
Constellation
Jenita
2007
Deadly Skies
Madison Taylor
2006
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
Sister Caroline
2006
Charity Jam
Self · (3 episodes)
2005
Open Access
Self · (1 episode)
2004
Wild Card
Sophie Mason · (36 episodes)
2003
That's So Raven
Lynn Thomas · (1 episode)
2003
Highball
Rae Dawn Chong
2002
The Visit
Felicia
2001
Mysterious Ways
Dr. Peggy Fowler · (44 episodes)
2000
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000
Dangerous Attraction
Ann Rich
2000
Judging Amy
Atty. Westland · (1 episode)
1999
Things I Forgot to Remember
Mary
1999
Valentine's Day
Sally
1998
Alibi
D.A. Linda Garcia
1997
Goodbye America
Special Agent Danzig
1997
For Hope
Woman at Bar (uncredited)
1996
Small Time
The Woman
1996
E! True Hollywood Story
(1 episode)
1996
Starlight
1996
Mask of Death
Cassandra Turner
1996
The Break
Jennifer Irons
1995
Power of Attorney
Joan Armstrong
1995
Crying Freeman
Detective Forge
1995
The Outer Limits
Karen Heatherton · (1 episode)
1995
Hideaway
Rose Orwetto
1995
Boca
J.J.
1994
Boulevard
Ola
1994
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
Yvonne
1993
Time Runner
Karen Donaldson
1993
When the Party's Over
M.J.
1993
Highlander: The Series
Claudia Jardine · (1 episode)
1992
Melrose Place
Carrie Fellows · (3 episodes)
1992
The Borrower
Diana Pierce
1991
Chaindance
Ilene Curtis
1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Rhonda
1991
Amazon
Paola
1990
Curiosity Kills
Jane
1990
Far Out Man
Herself
1990
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
1990
Denial
Julie
1990
Walking After Midnight
Self
1988
The Principal
Hilary Orozco
1987
The Squeeze
Rachel Dobs
1987
Running Out of Luck
Slave Girl
1987
Zabagabee
1987
Soul Man
Sarah Walker
1986
Casey at the Bat
Circe Lafemme
1986
The Color Purple
Squeak
1985
Commando
Cindy
1985
Tall Tales & Legends
Circe Lafemme · (1 episode)
1985
City Limits
Yogi
1985
American Flyers
Sarah
1985
Badge of the Assassin
Christine Horn
1985
Choose Me
Pearl Antoine
1984
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
The Gypsy
1984
Fear City
Leila
1984
Beat Street
Tracy Carlson
1984
The Hitchhiker
Leesa White · (1 episode)
1983
St. Elsewhere
(4 episodes)
1982
Quest for Fire
Ika
1981
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
Self
1981
The Top of the Hill
Rita
1980
Stony Island
Janetta
1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
Greta
1974
Moodswing Whiskey
Mama Marks
The Dick Cavett Show
Self - Guest · (1 episode)
1968