James Burrows, director of classic sitcoms including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
Summary
James Burrows, a well-known TV director behind many popular comedy shows like "Cheers" and "Friends," died at age 85. His family said he passed away peacefully with them present, but did not say where or how.Key Facts
- James Burrows directed over 1,000 episodes of classic TV sitcoms.
- He co-created "Cheers" and directed most of its episodes.
- He directed all episodes of "Will and Grace" and many episodes of "Friends" and "Frasier."
- Burrows began his TV directing career in 1974 at age 35.
- He directed pilots for shows like "Two and a Half Men" and "The Big Bang Theory."
- Burrows believed great comedy combines a good script, strong acting, and actors’ chemistry.
- His family praised his kindness and how he made people around him feel valued.
- Born in 1940, he grew up in New York and studied drama at Yale before working in TV.
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