Television director James Burrows dies at 85.
James Burrows, director of more than 1,000 episodes of television comedies including Cheers, Friends, and Will & Grace, died at age 85. His family confirmed the death in a statement to People magazine, saying he passed away peacefully surrounded by family. No cause or location of death was disclosed.
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James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
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'Will & Grace,' 'Friends' stars pay tribute to James Burrows
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- Daily Wire+2.5 h
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- Globe and Mail+7.0 h
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- Times of Israel+61.5 h
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Coverage splits between sitcom legacy and personal achievements, with ABC News emphasizing emotional tributes from stars, while Times of Israel adds cultural heritage context, noting his Jewish identity shaped his comedic sensibility.
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“James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85” · AP News, Globe and Mail, BBC, Times of Israel
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NPRNPR James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85 90d ago CNNCNN James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85 90d ago INTERNATIONAL3
GMGlobe and Mail James Burrows, Cheers co-creator and Friends director, dies at 85 90d ago BBCBBC James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85 90d ago TOITimes of Israel James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85 87d ago 7 tracked claims across 8 outlets
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Burrows won 11 Emmy awards.
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