Actor Dennis Haskins, known worldwide for playing Principal Richard Belding in Saved by the Bell, has died at the age of 75. The news was confirmed to Deadline by his agent, Jay Schachter.
The cause of Haskins' death has not been disclosed at this time.
Confirmation from his agent
Jay Schachter, Dennis Haskins' agent for more than two decades, offered an emotional statement to Deadline after the news broke. In his words, it is a tragic loss, as everyone loved Mr. Belding, and those who had the opportunity to know Dennis loved him even more.
Schachter highlighted that Haskins was a great person who loved his fans deeply and always had time for them, regardless of the circumstances. The agent added that he was his client and close friend for over 20 years, and that he will be terribly missed.
From Good Morning, Miss Bliss to Saved by the Bell
Dennis Haskins first brought Principal Richard Belding to life in 1989, in the Disney Channel series Good Morning, Miss Bliss, where he shared the screen with Hayley Mills.
After a single season, the show was retooled and became Saved by the Bell, aired on NBC. Haskins reprised his role as Mr. Belding throughout the four seasons of the original series.
Subsequently, the actor returned to the character in Saved by the Bell: The New Class in 1993, where he continued to play the principal for seven more seasons, until the series finale in 2000.
An extensive television career
Beyond his most iconic role, Dennis Haskins accumulated a long list of television credits throughout his career. Among his works are appearances in series such as Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, Malibu, CA, The Practice, The West Wing, The Rerun Show, 7th Heaven, JAG, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Men of a Certain Age, The Bold and the Beautiful, Victorious, Mad Men, How I Met Your Mother, New Girl, Hot in Cleveland, and Bill Nye Saves the World, among many other projects.
Frequently asked questions about Dennis Haskins and Saved by the Bell
What was the cause of death for Dennis Haskins?
The cause of Dennis Haskins' death has not been revealed. His agent confirmed the passing without providing medical details.
Which role made Dennis Haskins famous?
Dennis Haskins is primarily recognized for playing Principal Richard Belding, known as Mr. Belding, in the series Saved by the Bell and its predecessor Good Morning, Miss Bliss.
In which series did Dennis Haskins play Mr. Belding?
Haskins brought Mr. Belding to life in Good Morning, Miss Bliss in 1989, in Saved by the Bell during its four original seasons, and subsequently in Saved by the Bell: The New Class, where he reprised the role until the end of the series in 2000.
What other series did Dennis Haskins work on?
In addition to his role in Saved by the Bell, Haskins participated in productions such as The West Wing, Mad Men, How I Met Your Mother, New Girl, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and The Bold and the Beautiful, among others.