'Cheers' director James Burrows dies at 85

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Amy Sussman/Getty Images, FILE June 19, 2026, 3:55 PM 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." This is a developing story.

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