Andy Friendly (November 6, 1951 â January 4, 2026) was an American television producer.
Friendly was born in New York City on November 6, 1951, the son of CBS News president Fred Friendly. His brother was producer David T. Friendly.
He was the first producer for Entertainment Tonight, and also worked as an executive at King World and CNBC.
Friendly was married to actress Pat Crowley. He died at his home in Bel Air, California, on January 4, 2026, at the age of 74.