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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.
Early life and education
Järvi was born in Pärnu. His mother was Polish-born ballerina Svetlana Järvi. His father was musician Riho Järvi. In 1979, Järvi graduated from the Estonian Academy of Arts with a degree in graphic design.
While in school, he danced as part of a variety show hosted by his mother at the Astoria restaurant in Tallinn.
Artistic career
Järvi was a freelance artist from 1983 until 2003. He illustrated more than 22 books and wrote and illustrated a children's book.
Mass media career
Järvi appeared in a number of TV shows and radio programmes, most famously in Kõige Suurem Sõber and Onu Raivo Jutupliiats. He also appeared regularly on Radio Kuku with his show Onu Raivo rännakud.
Political career
Järvi joined the Moderate People's Party but failed to be elected in 1999 and 2002. Following this, he joined the Estonian Reform Party in 2002 and was elected as a member of Riigikogu in 2003 and 2007.
He became a substitute member in 2011, replacing the Minister of Foreign Affairs Urmas Paet.
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.
Awards
2001 Medal of The Order of the White Star
See also
References
- "Diplomatic battle rages on over Bronze Soldier". The Baltic Times. 4 May 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2011.
- Ei tunne äragi! Noor Raivo Järvi oli hoopis kirglik tantsulõvi, 30 January 2020, retrieved 11 December 2024
- ^ "Raivo Järvi vahetas erakonda". ERR. 17 December 2002. Retrieved 11 December 2024.
- ^ Suri Raivo Järvi Archived 19 June 2012 at the Wayback Machine. ERR
External links
- Raivo Järvi at IMDb
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