Acting
Rae Dawn Chong
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.
Filmography
Scared to Death
Film · 2026
Moodswing Whiskey
Film · 2026
FEEL
Film · 2025
The Raven
Film · 2025
The Mistress
Film · 2023
We Are Gathered Here Today
Film · 2022
Interview with the Vampire
Series · 2022
The Sleeping Negro
Film · 2021
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Film · 2020
Reborn
Film · 2018
9-1-1
Series · 2018
Five Minutes
Film · 2017
American Crime Story
Series · 2016
Better Things
Series · 2016
Celebrity Family Feud
Series · 2015
Knock 'em Dead
Film · 2014
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Film · 2012
Pegasus vs. Chimera
Film · 2012
Shiver
Film · 2012
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Film · 2010
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Series · 2009
Constellation
Film · 2007
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
Film · 2006
Deadly Skies
Film · 2006
Greasy Rider
Film · 2006
Charity Jam
Series · 2005
Open Access
Series · 2004
That's So Raven
Series · 2003
Wild Card
Series · 2003
Highball
Film · 2002
The Visit
Film · 2001
Dangerous Attraction
Film · 2000
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
Film · 2000
Mysterious Ways
Series · 2000
Things I Forgot to Remember
Film · 1999
Judging Amy
Series · 1999
Valentine's Day
Film · 1998
Goodbye America
Film · 1997
Alibi
Film · 1997
Mask of Death
Film · 1996
Starlight
Film · 1996
Small Time
Film · 1996
For Hope
Film · 1996
E! True Hollywood Story
Series · 1996
Crying Freeman
Film · 1995
Hideaway
Film · 1995
Power of Attorney
Film · 1995
The Break
Film · 1995
The Outer Limits
Series · 1995
Boulevard
Film · 1994
Boca
Film · 1994
Time Runner
Film · 1993
When the Party's Over
Film · 1993
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
Film · 1993
Melrose Place
Series · 1992
Highlander: The Series
Series · 1992
The Borrower
Film · 1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Film · 1991
Chaindance
Film · 1991
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Film · 1990
Far Out Man
Film · 1990
Amazon
Film · 1990
Denial
Film · 1990
Curiosity Kills
Film · 1990
Walking After Midnight
Film · 1988
The Principal
Film · 1987
Running Out of Luck
Film · 1987
The Squeeze
Film · 1987
Zabagabee
Film · 1987
Soul Man
Film · 1986
Casey at the Bat
Film · 1986
The Color Purple
Film · 1985
Commando
Film · 1985
American Flyers
Film · 1985
City Limits
Film · 1985
Badge of the Assassin
Film · 1985
Tall Tales & Legends
Series · 1985
Choose Me
Film · 1984
Beat Street
Film · 1984
Fear City
Film · 1984
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
Film · 1984
The Hitchhiker
Series · 1983
The Quest for Fire Adventure
Film · 1982
St. Elsewhere
Series · 1982
Late Night with David Letterman
Series · 1982
Quest for Fire
Film · 1981
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
Film · 1981
Top of the Hill
Series · 1980
Stony Island
Film · 1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
Film · 1974
The Dick Cavett Show
Series · 1968
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