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

James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
NPR News Friday 19 June 2026, 21:16 UTC By The Associated Press 1 min read
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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.(Image credit:

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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