Fred W. Friendly

Fred W. Friendly

1915-10-30 in New York City, New York, U.S. - 1998-03-03

 

Fred W. Friendly

1915-10-30 in New York City, New York, U.S. - 1998-03-03

 

Department: Writing

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.

Department: Writing

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.