James Burrows, the legendary television director who shaped 'Friends' for its entire ten-season run, died Friday at eighty-five years old. Jennifer Aniston paid tribute to the director on social media, describing him as a father figure. In her post, Aniston reflected on how Burrows spent a lifetime making people feel loved, and how difficult it is to capture that profound impact in words. According to Variety, Burrows' influence extended far beyond the show that made him iconic, leaving an indelible mark on television comedy for generations.

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