James Burrows, ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator and Prolific TV Director, Dies at 85
The entertainment industry mourns the loss of James Burrows, the prolific TV director and co-creator of 'Cheers'.
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📍 How it ended
James Burrows, the director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends,' and 'Will & Grace,' died at 85. Stars from his various projects and other Hollywood figures paid tribute to him as an icon.
Epilogue added 18d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
James Burrows, renowned for his work in television, has died at the age of 85. Burrows was known for co-creating the iconic sitcom 'Cheers' and directing numerous other popular TV shows. Coverage emphasizes Burrows' significant contributions to the television industry, particularly in the realm of multi-camera sitcoms.
Outlets such as Yahoo, The New York Times, and Variety highlight his 11 Emmy wins and his enduring impact on comedy television. The Daily Beast focuses on Burrows' parting words and their potential influence on Hollywood. Watch for tributes from industry peers and reflections on Burrows' legacy in television comedy.
Coverage does not yet specify any scheduled memorial services or public tributes.
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Quick answers
What was James Burrows known for?
James Burrows was known for co-creating the sitcom 'Cheers' and directing numerous television shows, particularly multi-camera sitcoms.
How many Emmy Awards did James Burrows win?
James Burrows won 11 Emmy Awards.
Which outlets are covering James Burrows' death?
Outlets covering James Burrows' death include Yahoo, The Daily Beast, The New York Times, TheWrap, Deadline, CBS News, People.com, and Variety.
Coverage (26)
- Jennifer Aniston joins “Friends ”in remembering James Burrows: 'He was a father figure to me' Yahoo · 20d ago
- James Burrows, legendary Hollywood director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' dies at 85 Fox News · 20d ago
- 'Will & Grace,' 'Friends' stars pay tribute to James Burrows after legendary TV director dies at 85 ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 21d ago
- James Burrows, director of ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85 Syracuse.com · 21d ago
- Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow Pay Tribute to Late Friends Director James Burrows: ‘A True Icon’ People.com · 21d ago
- James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85 AP News · 21d ago
- ‘Taxi’ Star Tony Danza Pays Tribute to Director James Burrows: ‘We Have Lost the Greatest of All Time’ Variety · 21d ago
- Appreciation: Sitcom mastermind James Burrows made TV feel like family Los Angeles Times · 21d ago
- Matt LeBlanc, Lisa Kudrow, Tony Danza, and more remember James Burrows Yahoo · 21d ago
- TV director James Burrows, known for work on comedies like ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85 CNN · 21d ago
- Hollywood remembers James Burrows, from Eric McCormack to Christopher Nolan: ‘He was truly incomparable’ Yahoo · 21d ago
- ‘Friends’ Cast Mourns Heartbreaking Death: ‘A True Icon’ Yahoo · 21d ago
- 'Cheers' director James Burrows dies at 85 ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 21d ago
- Critic’s Appreciation: Television Often Neglects Directors, but James Burrows’ Legacy Is Impossible to Overlook The Hollywood Reporter · 21d ago
- James Burrows, co-creator of ‘Cheers’ and director of ‘Will & Grace,’ dies at 85 NBC News · 21d ago
- James Burrows, prolific television director, dead at 85 Yahoo · 21d ago
- James Burrows, prolific comedy director behind ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85 Los Angeles Times · 21d ago
- “We Lost a Giant”: James Burrows Mourned by Eric McCormack, NBC The Hollywood Reporter · 21d ago
- James Burrows, 11-time Emmy-winning director and producer, dies at 85 Yahoo · 21d ago
- Legend James Burrows Departing Words Should Haunt Hollywood The Daily Beast · 21d ago
- James Burrows, Master of the TV Sitcom, Dies at 85 The New York Times · 21d ago
- James Burrows, King of the Multi-Cam Sitcom, Dies at 85 TheWrap · 21d ago
- James Burrows Dies: Legendary TV Comedy Director & ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator Was 85 Deadline · 21d ago
- James Burrows, co-creator of "Cheers" and prolific director, dies at 85 CBS News · 21d ago
- James Burrows, Cheers Co-Creator and Will & Grace Director, Dies at 85 (Exclusive) People.com · 21d ago
- James Burrows, ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator and Prolific TV Director, Dies at 85 Variety · 21d ago
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