Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dies at 75

Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell for over a decade, has died. He was 75.

His longtime agent, Jay Schacter, confirmed the passing in a statement, writing, “It’s a tragic loss. Everyone loved Mr. Belding, and those of us who got to know Dennis loved him even more.”

“He was a great person, and he loved, I mean absolutely LOVED his fans,” Schacter continued. “He always had time for them, no matter what. He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly.”