Pakistan, June 22 -- Jennifer Aniston has paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary television director James Burrows after his death at the age of 85.

The Friends star shared an emotional message on Instagram, describing Burrows as one of the most important people in her life.

Calling him "Papa Burrows," Aniston said it was difficult to put into words how much he meant to so many people.

Aniston recalled how Burrows always called the Friends cast as his "kids."

The actress added that the late icon would often say, "Where are the kids?" or joke, "Let's see if the kids can make the joke work."

The Murder Mystery actress also shared a deeply personal reflection on their bond.

"He was a father figure to me," she wrote. "He always checked i...