Rae Dawn Chong, a talented actress, was born on February 28, 1961, in Edmonton, Canada, marking the beginning of a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Early in her career, Rae Dawn appeared in various film and television projects, gradually gaining recognition for her exceptional performances.
One of her most notable roles was in Jean-Jacques Annaud's prehistoric drama, Quest for Fire (1981),for which she received a Genie award. In this film, she portrayed Ika, a young Ivaka prisoner.
Rae Dawn's impressive repertoire of roles also includes Harpo's girlfriend, Squeek, also known as Mary Agnes, in Steven Spielberg's critically acclaimed film, The Color Purple (1985). This five-time Academy Award-nominated film further solidified her status as a talented actress.
Additionally, she played the role of Carola, James Remar's beautiful and mysterious wife, in the horror film, Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990). Throughout her career, Rae Dawn has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range as an actress, earning her a place among the most respected and accomplished actresses in the industry.