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Dennis Haskins, known for his role as Principal Richard Belding in the popular sitcom "Saved by the Bell," died at 75 according to a statement released by his agent Jay Schachter on Tuesday. Haskins appeared in both original runs of "Saved by the Bell" from 1989 to 1993 and its continuation, "Saved by the Bell: The New Class," which aired from 1993 to 2000. Colleagues including Lark Voorhies, who played Lisa Turtle in the show, expressed their condolences, highlighting Haskins' kind nature and lasting impact on his fans.
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Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for his role as Principal Richard Belding in the hit TV series "Saved By The Bell," died at age 75. His agent, Jay Schachter, confirmed the news and expressed that it was a tragic loss, noting Haskins' beloved character and his genuine affection for fans. Born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Haskins played Principal Belding from 1989 to 2000 across multiple iterations of the show, including "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" and "Saved By The Bell: The New Class." He was also known for his catchphrase, "Hey, hey, hey, what is going on here?" In addition to "Saved by the Bell," Haskins appeared in various other TV shows and films. Dimples Karaoke bar in Burbank, California, shared that Haskins had been battling Parkinson's disease for eight years before his death but kept it private out of respect for his fans' feelings.
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Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for playing Principal Richard Belding on the hit sitcom Saved by the Bell, has died at the age of 75.
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Haskins’ death was confirmed early Tuesday by his agent, Jay Schachter, who told Variety, “It’s a tragic loss.
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Everyone loved Mr. Belding and those of us who got to know Dennis, loved him even more.”
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“He was a great person, and he loved, I mean absolutely LOVED his fans.
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He always had time for them, no matter what.
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He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly.
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I’m heartbroken,” Schachter added.
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Further details of Haskins death were not revealed.
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Saved by the Bell, which ran from 1989 to 1993, followed on the antics of a group of students at the fictitious Bayside High in Southern California.
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The school often appeared to be run more by the teens than their principal, Mr. Belding.
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Haskins reprised his role as Mr. Belding on Saved by the Bell: The New Class, which aired from 1993 to 2000.
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His other acting credits include Magnum, P.I., The Twilight Zone and How I Met Your Mother.
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Lark Voorhies, who played Lisa Turtle on Saved by the Bell, took to Instagram to share her condolences once news of Haskin’s death spread.
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“Knowing Dennis Haskins for almost 40 years has been one of the truest blessings of my life, which makes losing him hurt so deeply,” her post began.
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“We shared so much history together from our earliest days, and through it all, he remained a fabulous person, a loyal friend, and someone with such a kind, gentle heart.
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I am truly heartbroken by his passing and will miss his warmth and laughter more than words can say,” she continued.
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“Rest in peace Dennis, you will always hold a special place in my heart,” Voorhies added.
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The official Instagram account for Mario Lopez’s radio show, who played A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell, shared a photo of Lopez and Haskins with the caption, “RIP Dennis Haskins.
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