Legendary TV Director James Burrows Dies at 85; 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace' Stars Pay Tribute
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Rick Porter, Lexi Carson
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James Burrows, the legendary TV director and producer known for shaping iconic sitcoms like 'Friends,' 'Will & Grace,' 'Cheers,' and 'Taxi,' died at age 85. The 11-time Emmy winner was widely mourned by stars from the shows he helped define, with tributes pouring in from Jennifer Aniston, Debra Messing, and other actors whose careers he launched or elevated. Burrows was celebrated not only for his technical mastery of multi-camera comedy but for creating a warm, collaborative environment that brought out the best in performers.
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Twitter / XLegendary TV Director James Burrows Dies at 85; 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace' Stars Pay Tributehollywoodreporter.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledWe lost a giant. He was the king of comedy and the heart of so many of our favorite shows.
He taught me everything I know about timing, about comedy, about how to treat people on set.
There would be no 'Friends' without Jim Burrows. He believed in us before anyone else did.
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