James Burrows, director who defined the American sitcom from ‘Cheers’ to ‘Friends,’ dies at 85
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He was 35, working dinner theater, and wrote Mary Tyler Moore a letter asking for any job "small or smaller." She said yes.
TV Comedy Legend James Burrows Dies at 85
- James Burrows, legendary sitcom director of ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends’, dies aged 85 NME —
- All about James Burrows’ last performance Times Of India —
- Matt LeBlanc, Lisa Kudrow and David Schwimmer mourn beloved ‘Friends’ director James Burrows NY Post —
- James Burrows, master of the TV sitcom, dies at 85 Boston Globe —
- 'Will & Grace,' 'Friends' stars pay tribute to James Burrows ABC News —