Cheers creator and Will & Grace director James Burrows dead at 85 as family mourns his ‘kindness & generosity’ (opens in new tab)

TELEVISION has lost one of its true sitcom giants. Legendary TV director and co-creator of Cheers, James Burrows, has died at 85, his family confirmed on Friday. James, affectionately known as "Jimmy" around Hollywood, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, according to a statement first shared with People. "We celebrate the extraordinary life and...