Raivo Järvi

Raivo Järvi studied at Pelgulinn Gymnasium and Estonian Academy of Arts. The recorded working language is Estonian. Places of work recorded in the authority are Tallinn. Positions recorded include member of the Riigikogu. Distinctions recorded are Order of the White Star, Medal Class.

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.

Järvi was a freelance artist from 1983 until 2003. He illustrated more than 22 books and wrote and illustrated a children's book.

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.

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.

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.