Purnell, a talented individual, was born in the vibrant city of London, located in the United Kingdom. Recently, she received the prestigious Madame Figaro Rising Star Award at the 2024 Canneseries Festival, a testament to her remarkable and diverse career trajectory thus far.
Currently, Purnell can be seen taking on the role of 'Lucy MacLean' in Fallout, a highly acclaimed and top-rated post-apocalyptic series on Prime Video. Additionally, she is set to executive-produce and star in the upcoming Sky drama series Sweetpea, a project that promises to showcase her impressive range and versatility as an actress.
Purnell's impressive filmography includes notable roles in Tim Burton's visually stunning Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children, the critically acclaimed Never Let Me Go, the action-packed Army of the Dead, and the historical drama Churchill, among other notable titles. Her extensive television credits include memorable performances in Sweetbitter, Showtime's suspenseful Yellowjackets, Belgravia, and a voice role as 'Jinx' in the popular Netflix animated series Arcane.
