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'Cheers' director James Burrows dies at 85

James Burrows died on Friday, his agent confirmed.

ByAngeline Jane Bernabe GMA logo
Friday, June 19, 2026 8:43PM
'Cheers' director James Burrows dies at 85

Legendary director James Burrows has died, his agent confirmed to ABC News on Friday. He was 85.

Burrows is known for directing some of the most iconic shows on television from "Cheers" and "Taxi" to "Will & Grace" and "Frasier."

James Burrows, the director/executive producer of "Mid-Century Modern," poses at the premiere of the Hulu series on March 25, 2025, at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles
James Burrows, the director/executive producer of "Mid-Century Modern," poses at the premiere of the Hulu series on March 25, 2025, at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles
(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

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