"Friends" was not based on any Black show. This is a common misconception or internet rumor that lacks factual basis. "Friends" was created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, who developed the concept based on their own experiences and ideas about young people living in New York City. The show was pitched to and produced by Warner Bros. Television for NBC. There is no evidence or credible report suggesting it was adapted from or inspired by a specific Black sitcom. Shows like "Living Single," which aired from 1993 to 1998 and featured a diverse cast of singles living in a Brooklyn brownstone, are sometimes cited as having similar themes of friendship and dating in an urban setting. While "Living Single" predates "Friends" and shares some thematic DNA, the creators of "Friends" have never stated it was a direct influence or basis for their show. Both shows emerged from the broader trend of ensemble comedies in the 1990s but are independent creations.
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