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Beloved 'Saved by the Bell' Principal Dennis Haskins Dies at 75
29 Sep
Summary
- Dennis Haskins, known as Principal Belding, has died at age 75.
- He played the iconic role on 'Saved by the Bell' and its spin-offs.
- Haskins also had roles in 'Mad Men' and 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'.
Dennis Haskins, who endeared himself to audiences as the memorable Principal Richard Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died. He was 75. His passing was announced by his agent, who shared that Haskins was a deeply loved person and a devoted fan favorite.
Haskins first brought Principal Belding to life on "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" before the character became a fixture on "Saved by the Bell" from 1989 to 1993. He reprised the role in "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" and later in a reunion sketch on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" in February 2015.
Throughout his career, which began in 1979, Haskins appeared in a variety of television shows and films, including "Mad Men," "Hot in Cleveland," and "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." He also had a significant presence in Seth MacFarlane's "A Million Ways to Die in the West."
Beyond acting, Haskins was a musician who participated in USO tours for troops in Europe and Asia. He also played basketball at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and was honored by his alma mater. He is survived by his son, Dustin.
