James Burrows, director who defined the American sitcom from 'Cheers' to 'Friends,' dies at 85
- Posted on June 20, 2026
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James Burrows, director who defined the American sitcom from 'Cheers' to 'Friends,' dies at 85
He was 35, working dinner theater, and wrote Mary Tyler Moore a letter asking for any job "small or smaller." She said yes.
