Kim Fields

Kim Fields is an accomplished actress, director, and producer known for her impactful roles in television and her diverse work behind the camera. After gaining widespread recognition for her impactful early television roles, Kim Fields became a household name for her portrayal of Dorothy ‘Tootie’ Ramsey on the NBC sitcom ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ (1979–1981) and its highly popular spin-off, ‘The Facts of Life’ (1979–1988). Prior to this, she co-starred in the sitcom ‘Baby, I’m Back’ and appeared in two episodes of ‘Good Times’ (1978–1979) alongside Janet Jackson. Expanding her artistic reach, Fields released two singles in 1984: ‘He Loves Me He Loves Me Not,’ which garnered attention as a minor club hit, and ‘Dear Michael,’ a minor R&B hit that reached No.

In 2017, Fields took on her first co-starring role in a feature film, playing Theresa Newman in the Christian drama ‘A Question of Faith,’ adding a significant cinematic credit to her resume. Most recently, Fields has starred as Regina Upshaw in the critically acclaimed Netflix original series ‘The Upshaws’ (2021–present), affirming her enduring appeal and comedic timing. Her directing work remains a key part of her career, with recent credits including episodes for ‘Haus of Vicious’ (2022) and an episode of the NBC sitcom ‘Extended Family’ (2024), underscoring her continued versatility and enduring impact in both acting and directing within the entertainment industry.