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Jyrki Kovaleff

Jyrki Kovaleff (January 2, 1954 Tampere-November 3, 2009 Helsinki) also known as Jyrki Ensio Kovaleff was a Finnish actor and voice actor.

He began his career in the 1970s on Finnish television, appearing in a variety of shows and films. One of his most notable roles was in the popular Finnish film, "Kummeli" where he played the character of Jykä. He was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to numerous Finnish dubs of foreign films and TV shows, including providing the voice for Woody in the Finnish versions of the "Toy Story" franchise. In addition to his acting work, Kovaleff was also a writer, penning several books and contributing to various Finnish publications. He passed away in 2009 at the age of 55 due to a heart attack.

Kovaleff was born into a family of actors and filmmakers. His mother was the famous Finnish actress Siiri Angerkoski and his father was the film director Anssi Mänttäri. Kovaleff studied at the Finnish Theatre Academy, graduating in 1975. Throughout his career, he won several awards for his acting and voice work, including the Finnish Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1995 for his role in the film "Punainen planeetta" (Red Planet).

Kovaleff was also known for his activism, particularly in politics and the environment. He was a member of the Green League political party in Finland and was vocal about his beliefs in sustainable living and protecting the environment. In 2003, he even ran as a candidate in the Finnish parliamentary elections.

Despite his success and acclaim in the entertainment industry, Kovaleff remained modest and humble. He was respected by his peers and admired by his fans for his talent and passion for acting. His contributions to Finnish culture and society will not be forgotten.

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