Väino Laes

Väino Laes (born 26 September 1951 in Jõhvi) is an Estonian actor.^[1]

In 1974 he graduated from Tallinn State Conservatory.^[1]

From 1978 to 1989 he worked at Rakvere Theatre, 1989–1995 in Estonian Drama Theatre, and since 1995 in Vanalinnastuudio. He has also starred in several films.^[1]

In 1992 he was a nominee for the European Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.^{[citation needed]}

Laes has been in a long-term relationship with actress Erika Kaljusaar since 1980. The couple reside in the village of Padise in Harju County, with a summer home and small farm on the island of Saaremaa.^[2]