Fred W. Friendly
(1915 - 1998)

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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.

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Gender

Male

Born

1915-10-30

Died

1998-03-03 (82 years old)

Place of Birth

New York City, New York, U.S.

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Consulting Producer

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