Kim Fields Shares Her Passion for Exploration: Unveiling 25 Exclusive Facts

Kim Fields Says She Wants to Be a National Geographic Explorer

Nathalie Gordon

Kim Fields is a big fan of exploration and adventure, with dreams of becoming an official National Geographic explorer. In an exclusive interview with We, the 54-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta alum shared, "I love everything NatGeo. I enjoy hiking and swimming in nature."

Fields, in addition to his love for the outdoors, has a passion for showbiz. Recently, he directed an episode of the new NBC sitcom Extended Family, which aired on March 12. The first season of the show, which will come to an end with the finale on NBC Tuesday, March 26 at 8:30 p.m. ET, follows a couple (Jon Cryer and Abigail Spencer) as they navigate life after divorce while raising their two kids.

In a March interview with Blavity, Fields expressed his enjoyment for the show. He mentioned being a fan of the show from the pilot episode and highlighted his admiration for the show's creator, Mike O'Malley. Fields also expressed his excitement about working with talented actors such as Jon Cryer, Donald Faison, and Abigail Spencer. The opportunity to collaborate with such a great team of people was something that had already checked a lot of boxes for him.

Scroll down to learn 25 things fans might not know about Fields:

1. I directed an episode of Extended Family.

Kim Fields Says She Wants to Be a National Geographic Explorer

(L-R) Abigail Spencer as Julia, Jon Cryer as Jim in ‘Extended Family’ Ron Batzdorff/NBC

2. Harlem is my hometown and my heart.

3. I am a HUGE Michael McDonald fan – yacht rock is my jam!

4. Don’t talk to me until I’m caffeinated.

5. I am a huge fan of exploration, adventure and all things NatGeo.

6. I want to be an official National Geographic explorer.

7. I love swinging … on a swing!

8. Tropic Thunder is one of my fave movies.

9. Jodie Foster was and is a major inspiration for me.

10. I adore pedicures. Manis, not so much.

11. I love to paint.

12. I don’t know how to paint.

13. I own a violin.

14. I plan on taking violin lessons.

15. French will be my second language someday.

16. I love maps, especially vintage ones.

17. I could sit by a cozy fire 365 [days a year.]

18. I take tango lessons to compete someday.

19. I’ve binged The Diplomat more than any show ever (approx. 23 times.)

20. I love political spy thriller novels.

21. Slipper socks and stilettos are my fave footwear.

22. I love to hike and swim.

23. I cried when I met Kenny Loggins.

I almost fainted while getting my tattoo on the back of my neck.

I had the chance to meet Ludacris in South Africa at the Mandela home museum before going to his concert. Can you believe running into Luda in the hallway there?!

Editor's P/S:

Kim Fields' multifaceted life, encompassing both her passion for exploration and her successful career in entertainment, is truly remarkable. Her dream of becoming a National Geographic explorer speaks volumes about her adventurous spirit and her thirst for knowledge. While she has already directed an episode of the acclaimed sitcom "Extended Family," her ambitions extend beyond the world of showbiz, highlighting her versatility and her desire to make a meaningful impact.

Fields' candid disclosures about her personal preferences and hobbies provide a glimpse into her unique character. From her love for vintage maps to her enthusiasm for tango lessons, she exhibits a vibrant curiosity and an insatiable desire for new experiences. Her admiration for iconic figures like Jodie Foster and her appreciation for the beauty of nature further demonstrate her depth and sensitivity. As we delve deeper into the world of Kim Fields, it becomes evident that she is not merely a talented performer but an individual with a multifaceted personality, a thirst for knowledge, and a deep appreciation for life's many wonders.