Irja Ranin was born on April 7, 1930 in Nurmes, Finland as Irja Irene Hämeranta. She was an actress and director, known for Linnasta linnaan (1983), Joulukalenteri (1985) and Heikkopeikko (1976). She was married to Matti Ranin. She died on August 2, 1995 in Espoo, Finland.