James Burrows, legendary Hollywood director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' dies at 85
It was about humanity, connection, and truth. That understanding became the foundation of a career that forever changed television," his family wrote in their statement to People. "He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie, his four daughters, and his seven grandchildren.
- ▪It was about humanity, connection, and truth.
- ▪That understanding became the foundation of a career that forever changed television," his family wrote in their statement to People.
- ▪"He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie, his four daughters, and his seven grandchildren.
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Departed James Burrows, legendary Hollywood director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' dies at 85 Burrows co-created 'Cheers,' directed the 'Friends' pilot and earned 11 Emmy Awards across five decades of TV By Lori A Bashian Fox News Published June 20, 2026 7:42pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines of June 16 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Beloved Hollywood director, James Burrows, died on Friday at the age of 85.
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