Mario Lopez & More Saved by the Bell Stars Share Heartfelt Tributes to Dennis Haskins
Cast members remembered Principal Richard Belding actor Dennis Haskins, who played the role for 11 years and died at 75, his spokesperson confirmed.
- On Sunday, September 27, 2026, actor Dennis Haskins, who portrayed Principal Richard Belding on "Saved by the Bell" and "The New Class," died at age 75. His spokesperson confirmed he passed away following a struggle with Parkinson's disease.
- Haskins served as Bayside High School's principal for 11 years across the original sitcom and its spinoffs. His steady presence bridged the gap between students and staff, establishing him as a cornerstone of the beloved teen series.
- Mario Lopez, who played jock A.C. Slater, wrote that he was "heartbroken to hear about my old friend Dennis Haskins," adding "Dennis was the biggest kid on the SBTB set." Leanna Creel shared similar tributes, recalling his warmth.
- Lark Voorhies, who played Lisa Turtle, noted that Haskins "will always hold a special place in my heart." She explained knowing him for almost 40 years was one of the truest blessings of her life.
- The cast previously honored Dustin Diamond, who played Samuel Powers, after his 2021 death at 44 years old. These losses mark a painful chapter for the original stars who navigated high school together on the iconic series.
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'Saved By The Bell' Cast Shares Poignant Tributes To Dennis Haskins After His Death At 75
Actor Dennis Button Haskins IV was best known for the role he played off and on for 28 years, from 1987 through 2015, which included a couple of memorable cameos culminating in a 2015 reunion sketch with most of the kids from the first hit series, Saved by the Bell, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.The sketch featured Fallon alongside original cast members Mark-Paul Gosselaar as Zack Morris, Mario Lopez as A.C. Slater, Elizabeth Berkley…
“RIP”: Jeanie Buss Pens Emotional Message Mourning Dennis Haskins’ Death
Pop culture just lost the most unforgettable principal in television history. Legendary actor Dennis Haskins passed away on September 27, 2026, in Burbank, California. He was 75. Famed across generations as Bayside High’s exasperated yet big-hearted principal, Mr. Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell, Haskins was a beloved pop culture icon whose warmth reached […]
Cast of Saved By the Bell Remembers Mr. Belding Actor Dennis Haskins, "RIP Mr. B."
Fans of Dennis Haskins continued sharing tributes to the actor after he passed away at 75 on Sept 27th. The Saved by the Bell actor was celebrated for his generosity of spirit and kindness. Haskins portrayed Richard Belding, the Principal of Bayside High. The hit show followed Zack Morris as he navigated high school and, […]
“Saved by the Bell” actress recalls last time she saw late costar Dennis Haskins in sweet tribute
Several cast members from the teen comedy have sent love to Haskins following his death on Sunday.Dennis Haskins on ‘Saved by the Bell’Credit: Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via GettyKey PointsSaved by the Bell actress Leanna Creel remembered Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding, following his death.The actress portrayed Tori Scott on the final season of the teen comedy.Creel is only the latest Bayside High School Tiger to share …
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