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<h2>Early Life and Musical Beginnings</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/tommy-chong">Thomas B. Kin Chong</a>, known professionally as Tommy Chong, is a Canadian-born <a href="/biography/tommy-chong">musician</a>, director, writer, activist, and comedian. He was born at Edmonton’s University Hospital in Alberta, Canada. His mother, Lorna Jean, was a waitress of Scottish-Irish ancestry, and his father, Stanley Chong, was a Chinese immigrant and truck driver.</p>
<p>Chong began playing guitar at age 16, shortly after dropping out of Crescent Heights High School. He eventually joined a rhythm and blues band called The Shades, which later became known as Little Daddy and the Bachelors. They achieved moderate success with their single "Does Your Mama Know About Me," which reached No. 29 on the U.S. Billboard charts. The band also opened for high-profile acts, including the Jackson 5.</p>

<h2>Rise to Fame with Cheech & Chong</h2>
<p>Chong rose to prominence as half of the iconic comedy duo Cheech & Chong, known for their marijuana-themed humor and countercultural appeal. He co-wrote and starred in a series of successful films with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin">Cheech Marin</a>, beginning in the late 1970s, with hits such as "Up in Smoke," which became cult classics within the stoner comedy genre. Contrary to a misleading mention, Chong did not appear in a "Cheech and Marin" series; rather, he collaborated consistently with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin">Cheech Marin</a> under the Cheech & Chong brand.</p>
<p>In the 1980s, Chong became a naturalized citizen of the United States while continuing his career in entertainment and music. His work with Cheech & Chong earned them several accolades, including a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>
<p>Chong married Maxine Sneed in 1960. Together, they had two daughters before divorcing in 1970. He later married <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shelby_Chong">Shelby Fiddis</a>, with whom he has three children and one adopted child. Several of his children have pursued careers in acting, following in their father's footsteps.</p>

<h2>Activism and Health Advocacy</h2>
<p>A vocal marijuana activist, Tommy Chong has long supported the legalization of cannabis. He has used his platform to advocate for drug policy reform and natural treatments. In 2012, Chong publicly announced that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and claimed that he treated the condition using hemp oil. He later reported being cancer-free, attributing his recovery to alternative medicinal practices.</p>

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<h2>Legal Issues and Incarceration</h2>
<p>In 2003, Chong came under federal investigation for his involvement in a business run by his son, Paris Chong, called Nice Dreams. The company sold marijuana paraphernalia, including pipes and bongs. As part of a plea deal, Chong agreed to plead guilty to one count of distributing drug paraphernalia. His wife and son were not prosecuted. He was sentenced to nine months in federal prison, fined $20,000, and forfeited $103,514 in assets.</p>
<p>While incarcerated, Chong met <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Belfort">Jordan Belfort</a>, the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Belfort">financier</a> later known as the "Wolf of Wall Street." Chong encouraged <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Belfort">Belfort</a> to write about his life, which became the basis for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Belfort">Belfort</a>’s memoir. The two remain friends.</p>

<h2>Reunion with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin">Cheech Marin</a></h2>
<p>In the mid-2000s, Chong reunited with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin">Cheech Marin</a>, and together they continued producing comedy sketches, including the fictional piece “Cherokee Hair Tampons.” In 2008, they launched their reunion tour across the United States and Canada, much to the delight of their fans. The tour marked a formal reconciliation after years of creative differences that had led to their initial separation in the 1980s.</p>

<h2>Acting Career and Legacy</h2>
<p>Beyond his work with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin">Cheech Marin</a>, Chong built a solo career in television and film. He appeared in series such as "That '70s Show," in which he played the recurring character Leo, a role that became one of his most recognized TV contributions. His performance in the series significantly boosted his popularity with a new generation of viewers.</p>
<p>Chong also made guest appearances in shows like "Dharma & Greg," "Miami Vice," "Raising Hope," and films including "Evil Bong," "MacHale's Navy," and "a/k/a Tommy Chong," a documentary about his legal troubles and activism.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Continuing Influence</h2>
<p>As of recent estimates, Tommy Chong has a net worth of approximately $8 million. His combined accomplishments in music, film, activism, and comedy have made him a persistent figure in pop culture. Today, he remains active in entertainment and continues to advocate for marijuana legalization, using his platform to support both medicinal and recreational cannabis use.</p>

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