Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dies at 75
Mr. Haskins played the exasperated but well-meaning principal on the popular high school sitcom. He reprised the role in a long-running spinoff.
Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for playing Principal Richard Belding on the popular high school sitcom "Saved by the Bell," has died at the age of 75. According to his agent, Jay Schachter, Haskins' passing is a "tragic loss."
Haskins reprised his role as Principal Belding in a long-running spinoff of the show. His agent described him as a great person who loved his fans and always had time for them.
The cause of Haskins' death is not currently known. His agent confirmed the news to several media outlets, including TheWrap, Variety, and Deadline.
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