Dennis Haskin death: Cause of death revealed for Saved By The Bell star, died aged 75
Saved By The Bell actor Dennis Haskins, known for his role as Principal Belding, passed away at age 75 due to Parkinson's disease. It was revealed that he had kept his diagnosis private from most of his inner circle in his final years.
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The death of a prominent 90s television icon has drawn significant public attention and tributes from fans and colleagues.
Share article Saved By The Bell star Dennis Haskins ′ official cause of death has been confirmed, one week after his passing at age 75 .
The beloved actor died after a battle with Parkinson’s disease, according to his death certificate, as reported by multiple US outlets on Wednesday.
Actor Dennis Haskins has died aged 75. Rodin Eckenroth/Getty
According to TMZ , no one knew Haskins’ was battling Parkinsons before he died on September 27.
It’s reported the actor’s ex-wife Sarah Quinones revealed Haskins cut off communication with close confidants in recent years to hide his diagnosis.
The certificate from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health lists Parkinson’s disease as the immediate cause of death.
The document also lists other significant health conditions that actor was facing, including depression, hypertension, and benign prostatic hyperplasia (a non-cancerous enlarged prostate), as per the outlet.
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