Shelby Chong | |
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Shelby Chong |
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Birth name | Shelby Fiddis |
Born | February 1, 1948 |
Medium | Stand-up, Television, Film |
Genres | Cannabis culture |
Spouse | Tommy Chong (1975-present; 3 children, Paris Chong, Gilbran Chong, and Precious Chong) |
Shelby Chong, née Fiddis, (born 1 February 1948), is a comedian, American motion picture producer and actress. She was the executive producer of 2003's Best Buds and associate producer of Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers (1984), Still Smokin' (1983), Things Are Tough All Over (1982), and Nice Dreams (1981). Her notable acting roles include "Nancy Reynolds" in 1993's Sandman.[1]
Chong is the wife of actor and comedian Tommy Chong. She performed as Tommy's opening act at his comedy shows from 1996–2000, when she became his comedy partner.[2] Since Cheech and Chong's reunion in 2008, Shelby has been performing as their opening act at sold-out comedy shows across the country.[3]