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Tommy Chong is a Canadian-American comedian, actor, writer, and musician. Born on May 24, 1938, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, he is best known for his role as “Chong” in the iconic stoner comedy duo Cheech & Chong, alongside Cheech Marin. Together, they created a series of successful comedy albums, stand-up routines, and films that became emblematic of the counterculture movement in the 1970s and beyond.
Chong’s comedic style often revolves around cannabis-related humor, and he has been a vocal advocate for marijuana legalization. In addition to his work with Cheech & Chong, Chong has also had a successful solo career as an actor, appearing in various films and television shows.
Beyond his comedy career, Tommy Chong is also a musician and has released several albums, showcasing his skills as a guitarist and singer. He continues to entertain audiences with his unique blend of humor and music, and remains a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Tommy Chong Children
Tommy Chong has five children. His children’s names are Rae Dawn Chong, Robbi Chong, Marcus Chong, Paris Chong, and Gilbran Chong. Rae Dawn Chong is also a well-known actress, while his other children have pursued various careers outside of the entertainment industry. Tommy Chong has been open about his family life and the importance of his children in his life.
Rae Dawn Chong
Rae Dawn Chong, Tommy Chong’s eldest child, was born in 1961. Numerous sites credit Tommy Chong and Maxine Sneed with raising Rae, and Ebony magazine confirms that Sneed did, in fact, raise Rae. Although she later became Rae’s legal guardian, she was not the one who gave birth to the star. Abigail Toulson was Rae’s biological mother. There is little information available about Toulson, although some reports (such as the one published by Celebrity Tattler) have suggested that she was the 17-year-old girl with whom Tommy Chong cheated. However, Ebony claims that it was actually his ex-wife.
Rae’s success in the film industry is undeniable regardless of her mother’s background. Her filmography on IMDb spans from the 1974 TV movie “The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton” to two unreleased features she has already completed. After a disastrous first audition, she forced her way into a second one with the famous actor and gave a performance that rocked Schwarzenegger and the producer to their cores, earning her first major role alongside Schwarzenegger in “Commando,” as detailed in Rolling Stone. Even better, she was a person of color who, in 1974, when Hollywood wasn’t as racially enlightened, acquired a job intended for a blonde haired and blue-eyed lady.
Robbi Chong
Tommy Chong and Maxine Sneed had their second oldest child, Robbi Chong, in 1965. This happened during the middle of their marriage, as reported by Glamour Path. Rae had to deal with a scandalous spotlight shortly after her birth, but Robbi didn’t have to go through that. However, it doesn’t mean that Robbi never had any time in the spotlight. Actually, she has been in front of different types of lights and cameras due to her talents.
First of all, Robbi also has a decent IMDb page, although it doesn’t have as many films listed as Rae’s. Her first acting credit was in her father’s popular movie, “Cheech & Chong’s The Corsican Brothers.” One of the actress’s most memorable roles was portraying Alexandra Moreau in 87 episodes of the “Poltergeist: The Legacy” series, which aired during the late ’90s.
You can find Robbi Chong on a film reel not just in movies and television, but also in other places. According to Tommy’s interview with the Los Angeles Times, Robbi was not only a talented model but also had an impressive portfolio, having been showcased in renowned magazines like Vogue. You might think that Robbi, who is now 56 years old, no longer models. However, Terry De Havilland says that Robbi actually walked the runway at Kornit Fashion Week last year.
Marcus Chong
Marcus Chong’s original name was Marcus Wyatt. According to the documentary “The Marcus Chong Story” that was posted on YouTube, he decided to adopt the Chong last name when he turned 18 years old. His journey has taken a slightly different direction compared to the other children of Tommy Chong. You probably know him best for his role as Tank in “The Matrix,” which was the peak of his fame but also the cause of his career downfall. Marcus is the only child of Tommy Chong who is not biologically related to the actor-comedian. Actually, it’s not completely clear whether Marcus was officially adopted by Chong or if they simply had a close father-son bond. However, several of his online biographies, like the one on IMDb, mention that he was adopted.
Marcus started his acting career when he was young. In 1979, he got his big break in the miniseries “Roots: The Next Generations.” After that, he went on to appear in movies like “Cheech & Chong’s Next Movie,” “Panther,” and more. After that, “The Matrix” was released. Marcus claims that he had a terrible experience on the set of the film. He says that he was not provided with a dressing room and was not allowed to contact the WGA to address the issues he was dealing with. Additionally, he claims that the producers took his royalties, paid him significantly less than the other actors, and effectively prevented him from working with Warner Bros. Marcus filed a lawsuit against the production company, claiming that it was responsible for the downfall of his career. However, The Guardian recently published leaked documents that reveal Marcus had been arrested for making threatening phone calls to the producers. This new information offers an alternative explanation for why his career took a nosedive.
Precious Chong
Tommy Chong has another child named Precious Chong. Precious, who grew up in the shadow of a well-known comedian actor, decided to go against the drug-comedy lifestyle that was considered very counter-cultural during the peak of Cheech & Chong’s fame. On the Rarified Heir podcast, Precious shared that she achieved straight A’s in school, pursued ballet, and attended college. To those with conventional backgrounds, it may appear strange, but if you consider the mathematics involved, it actually makes sense.
No need to worry. Eventually, she grew to appreciate the comedy and acting lifestyle. On her IMDb page, you can find her acting credits from the ’90s, ’00s, ’10s, and even up to today. Interestingly, she is one of the few Chong kids who has never appeared in a Cheech & Chong movie. Based on Precious’ LinkedIn bio, it seems that she not only acts but also played a role in co-creating the TV series “Sex and the Single Parent.” This suggests that she has a creative side beyond just being an actor.
What has Precious been doing recently? She is participating in a few short films, working on the show “Homeschooled,” and also teaching stand-up comedy at Second City in Toronto. It seems like this person has inherited a talent for comedy, even though they initially resisted it.
Paris Chong
Tommy Chong’s two youngest children may not have pursued acting careers like their older siblings, but that’s perfectly okay. Both of them have made quite an impact in life even without it. Paris Chong’s IMDb profile shows that they have two acting credits, as well as a credit as a solo director and another as a producer. He doesn’t seem to have a natural inclination for showbiz, but he’s still an intriguing person.
Let’s consider the time when Cheech & Chong had a falling out. The Guardian reported that Paris played a significant role in bringing the duo back together. Yes, he was quite cunning. He secretly replied to an email sent by Cheech Marin to his father without his father’s knowledge. This action set off a series of events that ultimately resulted in a reunion between Cheech & Chong. In 2003, Paris was also involved in the paraphernalia bust of Tommy Chong. He didn’t do much, except he managed to avoid charges due to a plea agreement made by his dad.
In 2016, Paris began a podcast with his dad that captures the essence of the Chong vibe we all know and love. Have you heard of “The Tommy Chong Podcast” on Cannabis Radio? It’s a show where a father and son duo get together to chat about life, politics, and all sorts of interesting topics. They also like to have a good time and joke around, just like in the movie “Up In Smoke.” They laugh, and their laughter reminds me a lot of Tommy Chong’s character. They seem to be having a great time overall. The podcast offers more than just facts and information. It includes opinions, insights, and other interesting aspects. However, these additional elements are likely not the main reason why people are attracted to the podcast.
Gilbran Chong
Gilbran Chong, the youngest of Tommy Chong’s children, has only appeared in two acting projects, just like his slightly older brother. According to IMDb, he appeared in “Class of Nuke ‘Em High” parts 2 and 3 in the early ’90s. However, it seems that those were his last on-screen appearances. However, Gilbran did take after his dad in a different way.
