James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on ‘Friends,’ dies at 59

Actor James Michael Tyler, pictured at the Central Perk pop-up celebrating the 20th anniversary of Friends in September 2014 in New York City, has died at age 59.

Tyler was the most frequently recurring guest star over the 10-year run of Friends, playing the shy barista Gunther.

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Tyler was the most frequently recurring guest star over the 10-year run of Friends, playing the shy barista Gunther.