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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.

Scared to Death
as Ruth

The Raven
as Nurse Virginia

FEEL
as Sitter 5

The Mistress

Interview with the Vampire
as Florence de Pointe du Lac

We Are Gathered Here Today
as Mary Reed

The Sleeping Negro
as Black Woman
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
as Herself

Reborn
as Dory Ryder

9-1-1
as Stacey Mullins

Five Minutes
as Delores

Better Things

American Crime Story
as Betty Currie

Celebrity Family Feud
as Self

Knock 'em Dead
as Jenny

Pegasus vs. Chimera
as Mayda

Shiver
as Detective Burdine

Jeff, Who Lives at Home
as Carol

Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
as Vivian

Celebrity Ghost Stories
as Self

Constellation
as Jenita

Greasy Rider

Deadly Skies
as Madison Taylor

Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
as Sister Caroline
Charity Jam
as Self
Open Access
as Self

Wild Card
as Sophie Mason

That's So Raven
as Lynn Thomas

Highball
as Rae Dawn Chong

The Visit
as Felicia

Mysterious Ways
as Dr. Peggy Fowler

The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story

Dangerous Attraction
as Ann Rich

Judging Amy
as Atty. Westland

Things I Forgot to Remember
as Mary

Valentine's Day
as Sally

Alibi
as D.A. Linda Garcia

Goodbye America
as Special Agent Danzig

For Hope
as Woman at Bar (uncredited)

Small Time
as The Woman

E! True Hollywood Story

Starlight

Mask of Death
as Cassandra Turner

The Break
as Jennifer Irons

Power of Attorney
as Joan Armstrong

Crying Freeman
as Detective Forge

The Outer Limits
as Karen Heatherton

Hideaway
as Rose Orwetto

Boca
as J.J.

Boulevard
as Ola

Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
as Yvonne

Time Runner
as Karen Donaldson

When the Party's Over
as M.J.

Highlander: The Series
as Claudia Jardine

Melrose Place
as Carrie Fellows

The Borrower
as Diana Pierce

Chaindance
as Ilene Curtis

Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
as Rhonda

Amazon
as Paola

Curiosity Kills
as Jane