Dame Edna is a character played by Australian comedian Barry Humphries.
As Dame Edna, Humphries has written several books, hosts various television shows (on which Humphries has also appeared as himself), and had a long-running role in the US television series Ally McBeal.
Dame Edna is known for her lilac-coloured hair (which she claims is natural) and over-the-top Elton John-style eyeglasses.