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Rae Dawn Chong
Born · February 28, 1961 (64 years old)
Known For: Acting
Place of Birth: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Bio
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.
Scared to Death
Ruth
0.0
2024
The Mistress
5.0
2023
Interview with the Vampire
Florence de Pointe du Lac · (4 episodes)
7.4
2022
We Are Gathered Here Today
Mary Reed
6.0
2022
The Sleeping Negro
Black Woman
5.0
2021
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Herself
0.0
2020
Reborn
Dory Ryder
6.4
2018
9-1-1
Stacey Mullins · (2 episodes)
8.2
2018
Five Minutes
Delores
0.0
2017
Better Things
(1 episode)
7.3
2016
American Crime Story
Betty Currie · (8 episodes)
7.5
2016
Celebrity Family Feud
Self · (1 episode)
7.9
2015
Knock 'em Dead
Jenny
6.6
2014
Pegasus Vs. Chimera
Mayda
3.7
2012
Shiver
Detective Burdine
3.9
2012
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Carol
6.2
2012
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Vivian
4.3
2010
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Self · (1 episode)
7.3
2009
Constellation
Jenita
5.6
2007
Deadly Skies
Madison Taylor
4.2
2006
Max Havoc - Ring of Fire
Sister Caroline
3.5
2006
Charity Jam
Self · (3 episodes)
0.0
2005
Open Access
Self · (1 episode)
10.0
2004
Wild Card
Sophie Mason · (36 episodes)
5.0
2003
That's So Raven
Lynn Thomas · (1 episode)
7.2
2003
Highball
Rae Dawn Chong
4.5
2002
The Visit
Felicia
7.6
2001
Mysterious Ways
Dr. Peggy Fowler · (44 episodes)
8.0
2000
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
0.0
2000
Dangerous Attraction
Ann Rich
4.7
2000
Judging Amy
Atty. Westland · (1 episode)
7.5
1999
Things I Forgot to Remember
Mary
0.0
1999
Valentine's Day
Sally
3.8
1998
Alibi
D.A. Linda Garcia
4.0
1997
Goodbye America
Special Agent Danzig
4.5
1997
For Hope
Woman at Bar (uncredited)
6.0
1996
Small Time
The Woman
7.0
1996
E! True Hollywood Story
(1 episode)
8.1
1996
Starlight
2.5
1996
Mask of Death
Cassandra Turner
3.5
1996
The Break
Jennifer Irons
6.8
1995
Power of Attorney
Joan Armstrong
4.6
1995
Crying Freeman
Detective Forge
6.3
1995
The Outer Limits
Karen Heatherton · (1 episode)
7.7
1995
Hideaway
Rose Orwetto
5.2
1995
Boca
J.J.
3.5
1994
Boulevard
Ola
4.3
1994
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
Yvonne
6.0
1993
Time Runner
Karen Donaldson
4.5
1993
When the Party's Over
M.J.
4.9
1993
Highlander: The Series
Claudia Jardine · (1 episode)
7.4
1992
Melrose Place
Carrie Fellows · (3 episodes)
5.9
1992
The Borrower
Diana Pierce
5.0
1991
Chaindance
Ilene Curtis
4.0
1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Rhonda
3.8
1991
Amazon
Paola
5.1
1990
Curiosity Kills
Jane
4.8
1990
Far Out Man
Herself
5.1
1990
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
6.2
1990
Denial
Julie
4.0
1990
Walking After Midnight
Self
0.0
1988
The Principal
Hilary Orozco
6.5
1987
The Squeeze
Rachel Dobs
5.0
1987
Running Out of Luck
Slave Girl
5.8
1987
Zabagabee
0.0
1987
Soul Man
Sarah Walker
5.3
1986
Casey at the Bat
Circe Lafemme
0.0
1986
The Color Purple
Squeak
7.8
1985
Commando
Cindy
6.7
1985
Tall Tales & Legends
Circe Lafemme · (1 episode)
5.4
1985
City Limits
Yogi
2.7
1985
American Flyers
Sarah
6.2
1985
Badge of the Assassin
Christine Horn
4.8
1985
Choose Me
Pearl Antoine
6.1
1984
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
The Gypsy
5.1
1984
Fear City
Leila
5.4
1984
Beat Street
Tracy Carlson
6.9
1984
The Hitchhiker
Leesa White · (1 episode)
6.1
1983
St. Elsewhere
(4 episodes)
5.5
1982
Quest for Fire
Ika
7.0
1981
The Top of the Hill
Rita
0.0
1980
Stony Island
Janetta
8.0
1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
Greta
0.0
1974
The Dick Cavett Show
Self - Guest · (1 episode)
6.6
1968