LeBlanc, Kudrow and Schwimmer mourn 'Friends' director James Burrows

Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow shared tributes on social media after the death of director James Burrows. The iconic TV director, known for his work on 'Will & Grace,' 'Frasier' and 'Friends,' died at the age of 85. LeBlanc posted a rare Instagram selfie of himself and Burrows taken at a sporting event, calling Burrows' impact and influence beyond words and describing him as a true icon.

He also shared a throwback photo from the 2016 NBC special 'Must See TV: An All-Star Tribute to James Burrows,' showing him and Schwimmer with a playful Burrows. Schwimmer reposted that same image and praised Burrows for bringing out the best in every actor and elevating the shows he directed, making them funnier and more moving.

He highlighted Burrows' warmth, humility and generosity, saying the director made casts feel safe and looked out for them on and off camera, and thanked him as a director, mentor and friend.

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