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Dennis Haskins, best known for playing the beloved principal Mr. Belding in “Saved by the Bell,” has died.

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Everyone loved Mr. Belding and those of us who got to know Dennis, loved him even more.

5 of 8 outletsfirst reported 29 Sepwording from ABC News

Fans of the show will remember Principal Belding's catchphrase "Hey, hey, hey, what is going on here?"

3 of 8 outletsfirst reported 29 Sepwording from ABC News

“He was a great person, and he loved, I mean absolutely LOVED his fans.”

3 of 8 outletsfirst reported 29 Sepwording from NBC News

NBC later turned that show into Saved by the Bell, achieving a level of prominence among its viewers during a four-season run beginning in 1989.

3 of 8 outletsfirst reported 29 Sepwording from The Guardian

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Evening Standard29 Sep

Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for playing Mr. Belding in the TV series "Saved By The Bell," has died at age 75. His co-star Lark Voorhies shared on Instagram that she was heartbroken by his passing and remembered him as a loyal friend with a kind heart. His agent Jay Schachter also paid tribute, noting Haskins' love for his fans and describing him as a great person who always had time for them. The cause of…

Saved By The Bell star Dennis Haskins dies aged 75 →3 articles from Evening Standard on this story
NBC News29 Sep

Dennis Haskins, the actor known for playing principal Richard Belding on the popular TV show "Saved by the Bell," passed away at age 75 according to his agent. The cause of death was not specified. Haskins had a career spanning multiple roles before and after "Saved by the Bell," including appearances in other shows like "Magnum, P.I." and films such as "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." His role as Mr. Belding…

Dennis Haskins, principal on TV’s ‘Saved by the Bell,’ dies at 75 →2 articles from NBC News on this story
New York Post29 Sep

The cast of "Saved by the Bell" has expressed their grief over the death of Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Belding, at age 75. Tiffani Thiessen and Lark Voorhies shared personal reflections on Instagram, highlighting Haskins' kindness and warmth. Mario Lopez also remembered Haskins as a fun-loving friend who was always ready for karaoke. The article details Haskins’ long career in the series from 1988 to 2000…

‘Saved by the Bell’ cast reacts to Dennis Haskins’ heartbreaking death: ‘Losing him hurts so deeply’ →2 articles from New York Post on this story
ABC News (US)29 Sep

Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding on the popular TV show "Saved By The Bell" from 1989 to 2000, has died at age 75. His agent confirmed the news to ABC News but did not disclose the cause of death. Known for his character's signature phrase "Hey, hey, hey," Haskins also reprised Principal Belding in the spinoff series "Saved By The Bell: The New Class" and made an appearance with the original cast…

Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding in 'Saved By The Bell,' dies at 75 →
CBS News29 Sep

Dennis Haskins, the actor known for his role as Principal Richard Belding in the popular '90s sitcom "Saved By The Bell," has died at age 75, according to his agent Jay Schachter. Born in Chattanooga and a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Haskins had a career spanning guest roles in shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "Magnum, P.I." before landing the iconic role on "Saved By The Bell," where…

Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died →
The Guardian29 Sep

Dennis Haskins, best known for his role as Mr. Richard Belding in the television series "Saved by the Bell," passed away at age 75 on Sunday, according to his agent. He portrayed the character across three different shows: "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" (1989), "Saved by the Bell" (1989-1993), and "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" (1993-2000). Fans and colleagues expressed deep sorrow over his death, highlighting…

Dennis Haskins, US actor who played Mr Belding in Saved by the Bell, dies aged 75 →
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Global News29 Sep

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…

Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ principal Mr. Belding, dead at 75 →

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Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding in 'Saved By The Bell,' dies at 75 ABC News · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, principal on TV’s ‘Saved by the Bell,’ dies at 75 NBC News · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, beloved ‘Saved by the Bell’ star who played Mr. Belding, dead at 75 New York Post · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins dead: Saved By The Bell principal dies at 75 as 'heartbroken' friend speaks out Evening Standard · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died CBS News · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, US actor who played Mr Belding in Saved by the Bell, dies aged 75 The Guardian · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ principal Mr. Belding, dead at 75 Global News · stated as fact

Dennis Haskins, Saved by the Bell's principal Belding, dead at 75 CBC · stated as fact

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    Dennis Haskins, best known for playing the beloved principal Mr. Belding in “Saved by the Bell,” has died.

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Where to start Dennis Haskins, US actor who played Mr Belding in Saved by the Bell, dies aged 75 The Guardian

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  • 29 Sep ‘Saved by the Bell’ cast reacts to Dennis Haskins’ heartbreaking death: ‘Losing him hurts so deeply’The cast of "Saved by the Bell" has expressed their grief over the death of Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Belding, at age 75. Tiffani Thiessen and Lark Voorhies shared personal reflections on Instagram, highlighting Haskins' kindness and warmth. Mario Lopez also remembered Haskins as a fun-loving friend who was always ready for karaoke. The article details Haskins’ long career in the series from 1988 to 2000…New York Post
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, Saved by the Bell's principal Belding, dead at 75
    CBC
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ principal Mr. Belding, dead at 75Dennis 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…Global News
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, US actor who played Mr Belding in Saved by the Bell, dies aged 75Dennis Haskins, best known for his role as Mr. Richard Belding in the television series "Saved by the Bell," passed away at age 75 on Sunday, according to his agent. He portrayed the character across three different shows: "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" (1989), "Saved by the Bell" (1989-1993), and "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" (1993-2000). Fans and colleagues expressed deep sorrow over his death, highlighting…The Guardian
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, Principal on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dies at 75
    NBC News
  • 29 Sep Saved By The Bell star Dennis Haskins dies aged 75Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for playing Mr. Belding in the TV series "Saved By The Bell," has died at age 75. His co-star Lark Voorhies shared on Instagram that she was heartbroken by his passing and remembered him as a loyal friend with a kind heart. His agent Jay Schachter also paid tribute, noting Haskins' love for his fans and describing him as a great person who always had time for them. The cause of…Evening Standard
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has diedDennis Haskins, the actor known for his role as Principal Richard Belding in the popular '90s sitcom "Saved By The Bell," has died at age 75, according to his agent Jay Schachter. Born in Chattanooga and a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Haskins had a career spanning guest roles in shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "Magnum, P.I." before landing the iconic role on "Saved By The Bell," where…CBS News
  • 29 Sep Saved By The Bell star Dennis Haskins dies aged 75Dennis Haskins, best known for playing Mr. Belding in the popular TV show "Saved By The Bell," died at age 75. His co-star Lark Voorhies paid tribute to him on Instagram, describing him as a loyal friend and praising his kind heart and warm laughter. The cause of death was not specified. Haskins also appeared in several spin-offs and films related to the "Saved By The Bell" franchise from 1988 through 2000. His…Evening Standard
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins dead: Saved By The Bell principal dies at 75 as 'heartbroken' friend speaks outDennis Haskins, the actor known for playing Principal Richard Belding in "Saved By The Bell," died at age 75 after battling Parkinson's disease for eight years. His agent and friends described him as kind-hearted and beloved by fans; he had been a regular at a karaoke bar where patrons were unaware of his illness due to his discretion. Haskins also appeared in numerous television shows beyond "Saved By The Bell,"…Evening Standard
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, beloved ‘Saved by the Bell’ star who played Mr. Belding, dead at 75Dennis Haskins, known for playing Principal Richard Belding in "Saved by the Bell," died at age 75 according to reports from Chattanooga, Tennessee. His caretaker confirmed the death, noting that Haskins had been battling Parkinson's disease privately for eight years. The actor was celebrated for his role as "America’s Favorite Principal" and for his extensive work before and after "Saved by the Bell," including…New York Post
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  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, principal on TV’s ‘Saved by the Bell,’ dies at 75Dennis Haskins, the actor known for playing principal Richard Belding on the popular TV show "Saved by the Bell," passed away at age 75 according to his agent. The cause of death was not specified. Haskins had a career spanning multiple roles before and after "Saved by the Bell," including appearances in other shows like "Magnum, P.I." and films such as "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." His role as Mr. Belding…NBC News
  • 29 Sep Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding in 'Saved By The Bell,' dies at 75Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding on the popular TV show "Saved By The Bell" from 1989 to 2000, has died at age 75. His agent confirmed the news to ABC News but did not disclose the cause of death. Known for his character's signature phrase "Hey, hey, hey," Haskins also reprised Principal Belding in the spinoff series "Saved By The Bell: The New Class" and made an appearance with the original cast…ABC News (US)

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