Irja Aav Explained

Irja Aav (née Irja Pilvet;^[1] 12 May 1944 Tallinn – 6 August 1995 Tallinn) was an Estonian actress.^[2]

In 1964 she graduated from Estonian Drama Theatre's stage studio. She started working at the Estonian Drama Theatre in 1965. In addition to theatrical roles, she also appeared in several films.

From 1965 to 1974 she was married to the Estonian actor Tõnu Aav. The couple had two sons, the music producer and conductor Lauri Aav and the prop maker Ardi Aav.

Selected filmography

• 1970: Kolme katku vahel (role: Epp)
• 1972: Verekivi (role: first servant)
• 1988: Ma pole turist, ma elan siin (role: dispatcher Pille)
• 1991: Vana mees tahab koju
• 1992: Armastuse lahinguväljad (role: the bride's mother)

Notes and References

1. Web site: Irja Aav - Eesti filmi andmebaas . www.efis.ee . 25 January 2022.
2. Web site: Aav, Irja - Eesti Entsüklopeedia . 8 May 2021 . etbl.teatriliit.ee.