John Steed

Fictional television spy played by Patrick Macnee on the British series The Avengers and The New Avengers. Steed was the primary agent working for British intelligence. He was teamed with a variety of partners including Dr. David Keel (1962-1963), Cathy Gale (1962-1964), Emma Peel (1964-1968), Tara King (1968), and Purdy and Mike Gambit (1976-1977).

Related Topics:
Patrick Macnee - The Avengers - The New Avengers - David Keel - Cathy Gale - Emma Peel - Tara King - Purdy - Mike Gambit

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Characterized for his Edwardian dress including a bowler hat, suit with waistcoat and always carrying an umbrella, he was born John Wickham Gascoyne Berresford Steed in the mid-1920s. A veteran of World War II, Steed achieved the rank of Major before joining The Ministry. He maintained a modest flat in London during the 1960s and drove a variety of elaborate, old-fashioned cars including a Rolls Royce and several different makes of Bentleys.

Related Topics:
Edwardian - Bowler - World War II - Major - Rolls Royce - Bentley

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The character of John Steed was resurrected for the 1998 film, this time played by actor Ralph Fiennes.

Related Topics:
John Steed - Ralph Fiennes

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