'Saved by the Bell' Star Dennis Haskins Dead at 75

Actor Dennis Haskins, best known for his role as Principal Richard Belding on the sitcom 'Saved by the Bell', has passed away at age 75. His agent confirmed the news, noting his deep affection for his fans.
Why it matters
Haskins was a recognizable figure in 90s pop culture, and his death marks the loss of a beloved television personality.
Dennis Haskins, best known for playing Principal Richard Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died ... TMZ has confirmed.
His agent Jay Schachter tells TMZ ... "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."
His cause of death is currently not yet known.
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