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Rae Dawn Chong

Rae Dawn Chong

Known For Acting
Birthday Feb 28, 1961 (64)
Birthplace Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Popularity 2 (history)
Updated Jul 20, 2025 (Update)
Entry Date Apr 13, 2024
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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," Cho ... ng'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.

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We Are Gathered Here Today

We Are Gathered Here Today

2022

as Mary Reed

The Sleeping Negro

The Sleeping Negro

2021

as Black Woman

Reborn

Reborn

2018

as Dory Ryder

Five Minutes

Five Minutes

2017

as Delores

Knock 'em Dead

Knock 'em Dead

2014

as Jenny

Shiver

Shiver

2012

as Detective Burdine

Pegasus Vs. Chimera

Pegasus Vs. Chimera

2012

as Mayda

Jeff, Who Lives at Home

Jeff, Who Lives at Home

2012

as Carol

Constellation

Constellation

2007

as Jenita

Deadly Skies

Deadly Skies

2006

as Madison Taylor

Max Havoc - Ring of Fire

Max Havoc - Ring of Fire

2006

as Sister Caroline

Highball

Highball

2002

as Rae Dawn Chong

The Visit

The Visit

2001

as Felicia

Dangerous Attraction

Dangerous Attraction

2000

as Ann Rich

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day

1998

as Sally

Alibi

Alibi

1997

as D.A. Linda Garcia

Goodbye America

Goodbye America

1997

as Special Agent Danzig

Mask of Death

Mask of Death

1996

as Cassandra Turner

Small Time

Small Time

1996

as The Woman

For Hope

For Hope

1996

as Woman at Bar (uncredited)

Power of Attorney

Power of Attorney

1995

as Joan Armstrong

The Break

The Break

1995

as Jennifer Irons

Hideaway

Hideaway

1995

as Rose Orwetto

Crying Freeman

Crying Freeman

1995

as Detective Forge

Boca

Boca

1994

as J.J.

Boulevard

Boulevard

1994

as Ola

When the Party's Over

When the Party's Over

1993

as M.J.

Time Runner

Time Runner

1993

as Karen Donaldson

Chaindance

Chaindance

1991

as Ilene Curtis

The Borrower

The Borrower

1991

as Diana Pierce

Curiosity Kills

Curiosity Kills

1990

as Jane

Amazon

Amazon

1990

as Paola

Denial

Denial

1990

as Julie

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

1990

as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)

The Squeeze

The Squeeze

1987

as Rachel Dobs

Running Out of Luck

Running Out of Luck

1987

as Slave Girl

The Principal

The Principal

1987

as Hilary Orozco

Soul Man

Soul Man

1986

as Sarah Walker

Casey at the Bat

Casey at the Bat

1986

as Circe Lafemme

Commando

Commando

1985

as Cindy

American Flyers

American Flyers

1985

as Sarah

City Limits

City Limits

1985

as Yogi

Badge of the Assassin

Badge of the Assassin

1985

as Christine Horn

The Color Purple

The Color Purple

1985

as Squeak

Beat Street

Beat Street

1984

as Tracy Carlson

Choose Me

Choose Me

1984

as Pearl Antoine

Fear City

Fear City

1984

as Leila

Quest for Fire

Quest for Fire

1981

as Ika

The Top of the Hill

The Top of the Hill

1980

as Rita

Stony Island

Stony Island

1978

as Janetta

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Cursed Part 3

Cursed Part 3

2000

Director

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Organization Category Movie
Television Credits

Mysterious Ways

as Dr. Peggy Fowler

Episodes: 44

First Aired: Jul 24, 2000

Wild Card

as Sophie Mason

Episodes: 36

First Aired: Aug 02, 2003

American Crime Story

as Betty Currie

Episodes: 8

First Aired: Feb 02, 2016

Interview with the Vampire

as Florence de Pointe du Lac

Episodes: 4

First Aired: Oct 02, 2022

Melrose Place

as Carrie Fellows

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Jul 08, 1992

9-1-1

as Stacey Mullins

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Jan 03, 2018

Judging Amy

as Atty. Westland

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 19, 1999

That's So Raven

as Lynn Thomas

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 17, 2003

The Hitchhiker

as Leesa White

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Nov 01, 1983

The Outer Limits

as Karen Heatherton

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Mar 26, 1995

Highlander: The Series

as Claudia Jardine

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 03, 1992

Tall Tales & Legends

as Circe Lafemme

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 25, 1985

St. Elsewhere

Episodes: 4

First Aired: Oct 26, 1982

Charity Jam

as Self

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Jan 01, 2005

E! True Hollywood Story

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Aug 21, 1996

Open Access

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Feb 01, 2004

Celebrity Family Feud

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 21, 2015

Celebrity Ghost Stories

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 03, 2009

The Dick Cavett Show

as Self - Guest

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 06, 1968

Better Things

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 08, 2016

Popularity Metrics

Popularity History


Year Month Avg Max Min
2024 6 24 39 17
2024 7 23 32 13
2024 8 16 30 10
2024 9 14 21 8
2024 10 13 35 7
2024 11 10 18 5
2024 12 14 22 8
2025 1 13 20 8
2025 2 9 15 1
2025 3 7 12 1
2025 4 1 1 1
2025 5 2 3 1
2025 6 1 2 1
2025 7 1 1 0
2025 8 2 3 1

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Year Month Avg Rank Max Rank
2025 2 586 459
2025 7 584 497

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