Raivo Järvi
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Raivo Järvi (23 December 1954 – 17 June 2012), commonly known under the pseudonym of Onu Raivo (Uncle Raivo) was an Estonian artist, radio personality and politician.[1]
Early life and education
Järvi was born in Pärnu. In 1979, Järvi graduated from the Estonian Academy of Arts.
Artistic career
Järvi was a freelance artist from 1983 until 2003. He illustrated more than 22 books and wrote and illustrated one children's book.
Mass media career
Järvi appeared in a number of TV shows and radio programmes, most famously in
Political career
Järvi was a member of Riigikogu since 2003. He was a member of the Estonian Reform Party.[1]
Personal life
Järvi was married to Estonian ballerina Tatjana Järvi and had a child from a previous marriage.
He died on 17 June 2012 after a brief illness.[2]
Awards
2001 Medal of
See also
References
- ^ a b "Diplomatic battle rages on over Bronze Soldier". The Baltic Times. 4 May 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2011.
- ^ Suri Raivo Järvi Archived 19 June 2012 at the Wayback Machine. ERR
External links
- Raivo Järvi at IMDb
- CV
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