| Who is it? | Producer, Writer, Miscellaneous Crew |
| Occupation | Television writer, producer |
| Years active | 1998–present |
Russell Friend, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, has amassed an estimated net worth of $100,000 to $1 million as of 2024. With his multifaceted career as a Producer, Writer, and Miscellaneous Crew, Friend has demonstrated versatility and excellence in his work. Throughout his journey, he has contributed to various acclaimed productions, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape. As his net worth continues to expand, it is evident that Friend's talent and dedication have propelled him to achieve significant success in the industry.
In 2010, Friend was the recipient of the Writers Guild of America award for the House season six premiere "Broken", which he shared with Garrett Lerner, David Foster and David Shore. Four years running he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his work on House.
Friend's writing career began on the CBS crime series Martial Law, after which he served as a Writer and Producer on several series through the late 90's until the early 2000s, including FreakyLinks, Roswell, John Doe, Boston Public, LAX and Smallville. In 2005, he and Lerner joined the writing staff of the medical mystery series House. Their first episode, "Acceptance", was the premiere of the second season. At the start of the fourth season Friend became an executive Producer, a job which he currently still occupies. He is also a Consulting Producer and Writer on Glee.
In 2010, Friend was the recipient of the Writers Guild of America award for the House season six premiere "Broken", which he shared with Garrett Lerner, David Foster and David Shore. Four years running he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his work on House.
