Rae Dawn Chong
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 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.
Known For
9-1-1
Melrose Place
Judging Amy
Highlander: The Series
That's So Raven
St. Elsewhere
Late Night with David Letterman
Interview with the Vampire
All Movies (69)
- Scared to Death2026 · as Ruth
- The Raven2025 · as Nurse Virginia
- FEEL2025 · as Sitter 5
- The Mistress2023
- We Are Gathered Here Today2022 · as Mary Reed
- The Sleeping Negro2021 · as Black Woman
- Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables2020 · as Herself
- Reborn2018 · as Dory Ryder
- Five Minutes2017 · as Delores
- Knock 'em Dead2014 · as Jenny
- Pegasus vs. Chimera2012 · as Mayda
- Shiver2012 · as Detective Burdine
- Jeff, Who Lives at Home2012 · as Carol
- Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer2010 · as Vivian
- Constellation2007 · as Jenita
- Greasy Rider2006
- Deadly Skies2006 · as Madison Taylor
- Max Havoc: Ring of Fire2006 · as Sister Caroline
- Highball2002 · as Rae Dawn Chong
- The Visit2001 · as Felicia
- The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story2000
- Dangerous Attraction2000 · as Ann Rich
- Things I Forgot to Remember1999 · as Mary
- Valentine's Day1998 · as Sally
- Alibi1997 · as D.A. Linda Garcia
- Goodbye America1997 · as Special Agent Danzig
- For Hope1996 · as Woman at Bar (uncredited)
- Small Time1996 · as The Woman
- Starlight1996
- Mask of Death1996 · as Cassandra Turner
- The Break1995 · as Jennifer Irons
- Power of Attorney1995 · as Joan Armstrong
- Crying Freeman1995 · as Detective Forge
- Hideaway1995 · as Rose Orwetto
- Boca1994 · as J.J.
- Boulevard1994 · as Ola
- Father & Son: Dangerous Relations1993 · as Yvonne
- Time Runner1993 · as Karen Donaldson
- When the Party's Over1993 · as M.J.
- The Borrower1991 · as Diana Pierce
- Chaindance1991 · as Ilene Curtis
- Prison Stories: Women on the Inside1991 · as Rhonda
- Amazon1990 · as Paola
- Curiosity Kills1990 · as Jane
- Far Out Man1990 · as Herself
- Tales from the Darkside: The Movie1990 · as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
- Denial1990 · as Julie
- Walking After Midnight1988 · as Self
- The Principal1987 · as Hilary Orozco
- The Squeeze1987 · as Rachel Dobs
- Running Out of Luck1987 · as Slave Girl
- Zabagabee1987
- Soul Man1986 · as Sarah Walker
- Casey at the Bat1986 · as Circe Lafemme
- The Color Purple1985 · as Squeak
- Commando1985 · as Cindy
- City Limits1985 · as Yogi
- American Flyers1985 · as Sarah
- Badge of the Assassin1985 · as Christine Horn
- Choose Me1984 · as Pearl Antoine
- Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers1984 · as The Gypsy
- Fear City1984 · as Leila
- Beat Street1984 · as Tracy Carlson
- Quest for Fire1981 · as Ika
- À propos de 'La guerre du feu'1981 · as Self
- Stony Island1978 · as Janetta
- The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton1974 · as Greta
- Moodswing Whiskey— · as Mama Marks
- Relapse— · as Accountant
All TV Shows (22)
- Interview with the Vampire2022 · as Florence de Pointe du Lac
- 9-1-12018 · as Stacey Mullins
- Better Things2016
- American Crime Story2016 · as Betty Currie
- Celebrity Family Feud2015 · as Self
- Celebrity Ghost Stories2009 · as Self
- Charity Jam2005 · as Self
- Open Access2004 · as Self
- Wild Card2003 · as Sophie Mason
- That's So Raven2003 · as Lynn Thomas
- Mysterious Ways2000 · as Dr. Peggy Fowler
- Judging Amy1999 · as Atty. Westland
- E! True Hollywood Story1996
- The Outer Limits1995 · as Karen Heatherton
- Highlander: The Series1992 · as Claudia Jardine
- Melrose Place1992 · as Carrie Fellows
- Tall Tales & Legends1985 · as Circe Lafemme
- The Hitchhiker1983 · as Leesa White
- St. Elsewhere1982 · as Hooker
- Late Night with David Letterman1982 · as Self - Guest
- Top of the Hill1980 · as Rita
- The Dick Cavett Show1968 · as Self - Guest