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James Burrows, Legendary TV Comedy Director and 'Cheers' Co-Creator, Dies at 85

Legendary Sitcom Director and Cheers Co-Creator James Burrows Dies at 85

Bethy Squires

1d ago· 6 min readenNews

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James "Jimmy" Burrows, the legendary television director and co-creator of Cheers, has died at age 85. Burrows was a pioneering force in sitcom television, directing nearly every major four-camera pilot of the late 20th century, including the pilot for Friends, and directing every episode of Will & Grace's original run. His family confirmed he passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Burrows is widely regarded as the architect of the modern sitcom, having shaped the landscape of American television comedy for decades.

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We celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of James 'Jimmy' Burrows, who passed away peacefully today surrounded by his loving family.

As the director of almost every important four-camera pilot of the late...

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Architect of the modern sitcom James Burrows has died at the age of 85. Among his many accomplishments, Burrows co-created Cheers, directed every episode of Will & Grace’s first run, and did the pilot for Friends.

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