James Burrows, legendary Hollywood director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' dies at 85
James Burrows, the legendary "king of the multi-cam sitcom" who directed "Cheers," "Friends" and "Will & Grace," died at 85 surrounded by his loving family.
TL;DR
- James Burrows, a legendary Hollywood director, passed away peacefully at the age of 85.
- He was known as the "king of the multi-cam sitcom" and directed over 1,000 television episodes.
- His notable works include "Cheers" (co-creator and director of most episodes), "Friends" (pilot and key episodes), and "Will & Grace" (all episodes).
- Burrows received 11 Emmy Awards and five Directors' Guild Awards, and was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.
- He is survived by his wife Debbie, four daughters, and seven grandchildren.