15 Questions with Walter Maxfield Jones from “Anacostia” Amazon Prime!

Walter Maxfield Jones has been playing the role of Michael Stephenson since 2011 on the hit indie drama series Anacostia. To celebrate Anacostia’s move to Amazon Prime Video we had the opportunity to learn more about this actor, host, director, and producer and ask him our reader favorite questions:
What is your favorite word? “F***!” — There are so many ways to use it. It can be a noun, adverb, adjective…etc. And it just feels good to say it. “Love” is a close second.
2. What is your favorite color? Black… it’s sexy.
3. What is your favorite city? Washington DC… It’s a modern day Rome. If you were alive 2000 years ago, wouldn’t you want to be in Rome?
4. What is your favorite season? I honestly love them all for different reasons. Each season makes me appreciate the next.
5. What is your astrological sign? Pisces.
6. Who has been the most positive influence on your life? My mom and late wife.
7. What trait do you find most attractive in other people? Sense of humor, honesty, and being considerate.
8. What is something most people don’t know about you (Hobby, Favorite TV Series you never miss or Film you have seen many times or Secret Talent)? I love boxing. I was a sparring partner for several pros, I have sparred with a few world champions and now I teach boxing in my spare time. I still get in the ring every once in awhile to see if I still can hang with the young guys… I’m also an avid snowboarder and travel the world chasing storms and riding mountains.
9. What inspires you creatively? Love… It’s that simple and all the ups and downs that come with it. It’s a roller coaster.
10. What is your favorite swear word? Oh… I didn’t know… See question #1… Lol.
11. What sound do you love? Children laughing… Laughter in general.
12. What is your favorite food? Seafood.
13. What is your favorite beverage? Water or Whiskey.
14. What was career plan B? Just a different way to get to plan A.
15. What do you want to hear the Angels say when you arrive? “Awwww look at this guy! I love this guy… Welcome back home.”

*Images Courtesy of Anacostia
