James Burrows

Television director, producer, writer

American Los Angeles, California, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionTelevision director, producer, writer
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth30/12/1940
Age85 years (died on 19, Jun, 2026)
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Date of Death19/06/2026

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJames Edward Burrows
Known ForCo-creating Cheers and directing many landmark sitcoms
Notable AwardsMultiple Emmy and DGA awards

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseDebbie Easton

Relationships & More

SpouseDebbie Easton

Career

Occupations
  • Television director
  • Producer
  • Writer
Known Works
  • Cheers
  • Taxi
  • Frasier
  • Friends
  • Will & Grace
  • Third Rock from the Sun
  • NewsRadio
Career NotesWorked in television from the 1970s until 2025; directed numerous pilot episodes and episodes of major sitcoms.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He was widely regarded as one of the most influential directors in the history of the sitcom.
2. He co-created Cheers with Glen and Les Charles.
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