Purdey is a fictional character in the British television series The Avengers, portrayed by English actress Joanna Lumley. The seventh partner of Constable John Steed (and fifth female partner), she appears in seasons 7 and 8 (color) of the series, appearing in 26 episodes.

Joanna Lumley is a British actress and producer, born on May 1, 1946 in Srinagar (British India).