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
Born
Feb 28, 1961
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Known For
Acting
Movies
69 acting
1 crew
Popularity
1.6
Known For
Commando
1985
as Cindy
The Color Purple
1985
as Squeak
Crying Freeman
1995
as Detective Forge
Quest for Fire
1981
as Ika
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990
as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
The Principal
1987
as Hilary Orozco
Hideaway
1995
as Rose Orwetto
Soul Man
1986
as Sarah Walker
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
2012
as Carol
Fear City
1984
as Leila
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