James Burrows, Director of Beloved Sitcom "Friends", Dies Aged 85
- On Friday, legendary television director James Burrows died at age 85. His family announced the passing of the Emmy Award winner, who helmed iconic series including Friends and Cheers, in a statement shared with People.
- Over a career spanning more than 50 years, Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television. He co-created Cheers and oversaw every episode of Will & Grace, establishing himself as a master of the modern sitcom.
- Jennifer Aniston mourned the loss on Saturday, referring to the director as a "father figure." She shared photos of him with the Friends cast on Instagram Saturday, writing that it felt impossible to put her love into words.
- Former Friends co-stars Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, and Matt LeBlanc also shared tributes. Cox recalled how Burrows took the cast under his wing, noting that "everything was better when he was around" during his directing years.
- Burrows is survived by his wife Debbie, four daughters, and seven grandchildren. His family stated, "We celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of James 'Jimmy' Burrows," following his peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones.
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Jennifer Aniston paid an emotional tribute to James Burrows after the death of the renowned television director, who died on June 19 at the age of 85. The actress shared on Instagram an extensive message in which she recalled the personal and professional impact that the filmmaker had on his life during his time in Friends.
Beloved 'Cheers' Co-Creator Dies at 85
James Burrows, renowned for his work on iconic sitcoms including 'Cheers,' has sadly passed away at the age of 85. His family has shared the news, honoring his legacy in television. The post Beloved ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator Dies at 85 appeared first on News Addicts.
James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
LOS ANGELES (AP) — James Burrows, who helped create volumes of laughter as director of more than a thousand episodes of such classic television comedies as “Cheers,” “Taxi,” “Friends” and “Will and Grace,” died Friday. He was 85.
The legendary American television director and producer James Burrows died of life at the age of 85. Throughout his career, he was behind some of the most popular and beloved TV series, such as Friends, Taxi or The Big Bang Theory. Article Tragedy in Hollywood! The director of the series "Friends & The Big Bang Theory" died. The family announcement first appeared on Romania TV.
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