Fred W. Friendly

Born in New York City, New York, U.S. on October 30, 1915 — died March 3, 1998 (aged 82)

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.