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Fred W. Friendly

Personal Info

Known For

Writing

Gender

Male

Birthday

October 30, 1915(82)

Day of Death

March 3, 1998

Place of Birth

New York City, New York, U.S.

Also Known As

Ferdinand Friendly Wachenheimer

Fred W. Friendly

Writing

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.