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James Burrows, legendary Hollywood director behind 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' dies at 85

James Burrows, the legendary "king of the multi-cam sitcom" who directed "Cheers," "Friends" and "Will & Grace," died at 85 surrounded by his loving family.

Curated by Brimstone Editorial Desk · Source: Fox News ·
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Brimstone Report is tracking this as a curated entertainment & hollywood brief. The source report from Fox News says: James Burrows, the legendary "king of the multi-cam sitcom" who directed "Cheers," "Friends" and "Will & Grace," died at 85 surrounded by his loving family.

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  • Primary source: Fox News
  • Published: Jun 20, 2026, 11:42 PM UTC
  • Coverage area: Entertainment & Hollywood
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