Shelby Chong Biography

Shelby Chong is an American comedian, actor, and producer, best known as the associate producer of the ‘Cheech & Chong’ film franchise. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Shelby was interested in comedy and acting ever since she was a child. As an adult, she started performing at local pubs and clubs as a stand-up comedian. She made her acting debut in the 1980 comedy film ‘Cheech & Chong’s Next Movie,’ which was the second feature film released by the famous comedy duo ‘Cheech & Chong.’ However, a few years before making her acting debut, Shelby had already married one half of the duo, Tommy Chong. She then appeared in the comedy film ‘Nice Dreams.’ She was also the associate producer of many of the duo’s films, such as ‘Still Smokin’.’ In the mid-1990s, she quit acting and started her stand-up comedy career alongside her husband, Tommy, who had separated from his long-time comedy partner, Cheech Marin. She opened her husband’s stand-up routines during this time and, somehow, created a separate fan base for herself. She is also a strong supporter of the “legalize marijuana” campaign that has been active in the US for decades now.