Legendary director James Burrows, best known for directing the iconic Hollywood sitcom FRIENDS, died on June 19. The director, who was also known for numerous episodes of comedy shows such as The Bob Newhart Show, Taxi, Frasier, Will and Grace, and Mike and Molly, breathed his last at the age of 85. 

Friends director James Burrows dies

James Burrows has directed more than 50 television pilots and also co-created the television series Cheers. In his career spanning more than 50 years, Burrows has won 11 Emmy Awards and five Directors Guild of America Awards, along with Lifetime Achievement Awards.