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James Edward Burrows (born December 30, 1940), [1] sometimes known as Jim "Jimmy" Burrows, [2] is an American television director. Burrows has received numerous accolades including 11 Primetime Emmy Awards and five Directors Guild of America Awards.
James Burrows was born on 30 December 1940 in Los Angeles, California, USA. He is a director and producer, known for Cheers (1982), Will & Grace (1998) and Taxi (1978). He has been married to Debbie Easton since 1997.
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James Burrows (born 7 July 1991) is an English actor. He is best known for his role of Ali Neeson in Coronation Street (2018–2020) and for his recurring roles in Safe House (2015) and Mount Pleasant (2016).
YearTitleRoleNotes2024Danny JacobsEpisode: "Cov Rocks"2023Kyle2 episodes2023Jonty7 episodes2022Karl McKeller3 episodesOct 10, 2023 · Oct. 10, 2023. “You can’t learn how to be funny,” James Burrows said. “That has to be instinctual in you.” Burrows, 82, a celebrated director of the multicamera sitcom, has more of that...
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James Burrows is a director and producer of sitcoms, such as Cheers, Will & Grace and Taxi. He has been nominated for 24 Emmys and won five times, and is the son of playwright/director Abe Burrows.
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Oct 11, 2023 · The legendary sitcom director talks about his return to helm the Paramount+ revival of "Frasier" after 30 years. He shares his insights on farce, theatricality, and the show's new ensemble.
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Jun 23, 2022 · Burrows looks back on his famed career in a new book called “Directed by James Burrows,” detailing how he got started in showbiz and became Hollywood’s go-to director for sitcom pilots, setting shows up for success to go forward. He spoke with The Associated Press about the book, working on “Friends” and what entices him to work these days.
