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Rae Dawn Chong
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Rae Dawn Chong (born February 28, 1961) is a Canadian actress. She made her big screen debut appearing in the 1978 musical drama film Stony Island, and in 1981 starred in the science fantasy film Quest for Fire, for which she received the Genie Award for Best Actress. Chong later starred in films Beat Street (1984), Choose Me (1984), American Flyers (1985), The Color Purple (1985), Commando (1985), Soul Man (1986), The Principal (1987), Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990), The Borrower (1991), Time Runner (1993), and Boulevard (1994). She is the daughter of comedian and actor Tommy Chong.

Quick facts about Rae Dawn Chong

  • Full name: Rae Dawn Chong
  • Born: 1961-02-28
  • Nationality: Canada
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q261547

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Who is Rae Dawn Chong?

Rae Dawn Chong (born February 28, 1961) is a Canadian actress.

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Rae Dawn Chong is Canada.

When was Rae Dawn Chong born?

Rae Dawn Chong was born on 1961-02-28.

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