{
  "id": 10592997,
  "title": "Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ Star, Dies at 75",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-saved-by-the-bell-star-dies-at-75",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T03:03:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
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    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/tv/dennis-haskins-dies-saved-by-the-bell-star/"
  },
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  "summary": "Dennis Haskins, the actor best known for playing Principal Richard Belding on \"Saved by the Bell,\" has died at the age of 75. His agent, Jay Schachter, confirmed his passing, describing him as a great person who loved his fans and always had time for them.\n\nAccording to his agent, Haskins was a beloved figure, not just for his iconic role as Mr. Belding, but also for his kind personality. Schachter noted that he will be deeply missed by those who knew him, having been his client and friend for over 20 years.\n\nThe cause of Haskins' death is not currently known. His passing was confirmed by multiple sources, including his agent, who shared the news with various media outlets.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Consequence",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins, Saved By the Bell’s Principal Belding, Dead at 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-saved-by-the-bells-principal-belding-dead-at-75",
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        "title": "Dennis Haskins, Saved By The Bell's Mr. Belding, Dead At 75",
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        "title": "Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dies at 75",
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        "published": "2026-09-29T02:49:15.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Deadline",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins Dies: ‘Saved By The Bell’s Mr. Belding Was 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-dies-saved-by-the-bells-mr-belding-was-75",
        "published": "2026-09-29T02:52:47.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ Star, Dies at 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-saved-by-the-bell-star-dies-at-75-10595353",
        "published": "2026-09-29T03:00:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins cause of death update: What happened to Saved by the Bell actor? All on health issues amid death at 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-cause-of-death-update-what-happened-to-saved-by-the",
        "published": "2026-09-29T03:28:35.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Rolling Stone",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins, Actor Who Played Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dead at 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-actor-who-played-principal-belding-on-saved-by-the",
        "published": "2026-09-29T06:42:32.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "NYT Arts",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dies at 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-principal-belding-on-saved-by-the-bell-dies-at-75-10636629",
        "published": "2026-09-29T07:30:22.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Newsweek",
        "title": "Dennis Haskins, 'Saved by the Bell' Star, Dies At 75",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/dennis-haskins-saved-by-the-bell-star-dies-at-75-10640792",
        "published": "2026-09-29T07:50:02.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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