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'Will & Grace,' 'Friends' stars pay tribute to James Burrows after legendary TV director dies at 85

James Burrows, the co-creator of Cheers and director for Friends and Will & Grace, has died at age 85. Cast members from his most famous sitcoms have described him as a father figure and a television icon. Warren Littlefield stated that NBC's Must See TV would not have existed without him.

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  1. TV Director James Burrows Dies at 85

    James Burrows, the co-creator of Cheers and director for Friends and Will & Grace, has died at age 85. Cast members from his most famous sitcoms have described him as a father figure and a television icon. Warren Littlefield stated that NBC's Must See TV would not have existed without him.

    What's confirmed:

    • James Burrows died at the age of 85.
    • Burrows co-created Cheers.
    • Burrows directed episodes of Friends and Will & Grace.
    • Jennifer Aniston described Burrows as a father figure.
    • David Schwimmer stated that Burrows elevated every show he directed and brought out the best in every actor.
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