Fred W. Friendly

Writing

Born: Oct 30, 1915
Died: Mar 3, 1998 (age 82)
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, U.S.
Movies: 7
TV Shows: 2

Biography

Fred W. Friendly (born Ferdinand Friendly Wachenheimer, October 30, 1915 – March 3, 1998) was a president of CBS News and the creator, along with Edward R. Murrow, of the documentary television program "See It Now". He originated the concept of public-access television cable TV channels.