Acting

Rae Dawn Chong

Born 1961-02-28 · Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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.

Credits

Newest first

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