Rae Dawn Chong
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- February 28, 1961
- Place of birth
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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.
Movies with Rae Dawn Chong
- Commando 1985 · ★ 6.8
- The Color Purple 1985 · ★ 7.7
- Jeff, Who Lives at Home 2012 · ★ 6.2
- Quest for Fire 1981 · ★ 7.0
- Tales from the Darkside: The Movie 1990 · ★ 6.2
- Crying Freeman 1995 · ★ 6.4
- The Principal 1987 · ★ 6.4
- Hideaway 1995 · ★ 5.2
- Soul Man 1986 · ★ 5.2
- American Flyers 1985 · ★ 6.2
- Fear City 1984 · ★ 5.4
- Beat Street 1984 · ★ 6.9
- Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers 1984 · ★ 4.9
- Reborn 2018 · ★ 6.4
- The Borrower 1991 · ★ 5.0
- Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer 2010 · ★ 4.5
- The Mistress 2023 · ★ 4.6
- Choose Me 1984 · ★ 6.1
- When the Party's Over 1993 · ★ 4.9
- Shiver 2012 · ★ 4.2
- Time Runner 1993 · ★ 4.4
- Deadly Skies 2006 · ★ 4.2
- City Limits 1985 · ★ 2.8
- The Squeeze 1987 · ★ 5.0
- Far Out Man 1990 · ★ 5.4
- Boulevard 1994 · ★ 4.9
- Highball 2002 · ★ 4.7
- Mask of Death 1996 · ★ 3.8
- Amazon 1990 · ★ 4.9
- Dangerous Attraction 2000 · ★ 4.8
- Pegasus vs. Chimera 2012 · ★ 3.6
- Constellation 2007 · ★ 5.6
- Valentine's Day 1998 · ★ 3.9
- Boca 1994 · ★ 3.6
- Curiosity Kills 1990 · ★ 5.4
- Knock 'em Dead 2014 · ★ 5.9
- Badge of the Assassin 1985 · ★ 5.6
- Denial 1990 · ★ 5.1
- Max Havoc: Ring of Fire 2006 · ★ 4.1
- Running Out of Luck 1987 · ★ 5.6
Movies directed by Rae Dawn Chong
- Cursed Part 3 2000 · ★ 8.0