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James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85

Source: NPR Top StoriesJune 19, 2026
James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85

Burrows spent his career behind the camera specializing in situation comedies. Few viewers recognized him or knew his name, other than to see it flash quickly on the screen in the opening credits. But they knew his work.

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