Dennis Haskins, ‘Saved by the Bell’ Principal, Passes Away at 75

Actor Dennis Haskins, known for 'Saved by the Bell,' dies at 75. Fans and colleagues mourn his passing.

September 29, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Chattanooga, Tennessee — Dennis Haskins, the actor who became a household name as principal Richard Belding on the iconic sitcom ‘Saved by the Bell,’ has passed away at the age of 75, according to his agent.

The cause and manner of his death have not been disclosed. Haskins’ legacy, however, remains firmly rooted in the hearts of fans who grew up watching the show from 1989 to 1993. His portrayal of the well-meaning, sometimes exasperated school administrator left an indelible mark on pop culture.

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Haskins’ career began with appearances on shows like “Magnum, P.I.” and “The Twilight Zone,” but it was his role as Mr. Belding that brought him lasting fame. He first played the character on “Good Morning, Miss Bliss” in 1988 before the series was rebranded as “Saved by the Bell” on NBC. The character returned in “Saved by the Bell: The New Class,” which aired from 1993 to 2000. Colleagues and fans alike remember him as a beloved figure both on and off screen.

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