RIP: James Burrows, Will and Grace director and Cheers co-creator, dead at 85.

James Burrows, known for co-creating “Cheers and directing “Will & Grace,” has died. He was 85.

“We celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of James ‘Jimmy’ Burrows, who passed away peacefully today surrounded by his loving family,” his family told People in a statement Friday.

“For more than five decades, Burrows was one of the most influential and beloved directors in television history,” the statement continued. “As a legendary director, mentor, and creative force, he helped shape generations of comedy and brought immeasurable joy to audiences around the world.”

“Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of TV, including every episode of the original ‘Will & Grace,’ and is credited as having helped create shows including ‘Friends,’ ‘Taxi’ and Frasier,’” CBS News reports.