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"Cheers" co-creator James Burrows dies at 85

Director James Burrows co-created the landmark comedy "Cheers" and directed more than 50 pilot episodes. He died at 85 on Friday.

Jun 19

Chuck Lorre on the "heartbreaking" end of "Big Bang Theory"

Correspondent Tony Dokoupil talks with Chuck Lorre, the producer of such TV hits as "The Big Bang Theory," "Young Sheldon" and "Mom," who discusses his latest show for Netflix, "The Kominsky Method," as well as with the series' star Michael Douglas. Lorre also talks about his tough childhood on Long Island, his late-blooming success in TV, and rewriting his reputation as "The Angriest Man in Television."

Nov 4, 2018

Former "Young Sheldon" stars talk new spinoff

"Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage," the third installment in the "Big Bang Theory" franchise, premiered Thursday on CBS and Paramount+. It follows young parents Georgie Cooper and Mandy McAllister as they navigate the complexities of parenting, marriage and adulthood. Stars of the show Emily Osment and Montana Jordan join CBS News to discuss what filming was like.

Oct 18, 2024

Saying goodbye to "Young Sheldon"

With the hit series wrapping after seven seasons, "Sunday Morning" talks with star Iain Armitage; Jim Parsons (who created the character of Sheldon Cooper on "The Big Bang Theory"); and producers Steve Molaro and Steve Holland, about the family comedy's success.

May 12, 2024

Actor Jim Parsons on musical, new book

Actor Jim Parsons joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the off-Broadway musical "A Man of No Importance," as well as his thoughts on a new book about "The Big Bang Theory."