Inside Dennis Haskins' Cause of Death — As 'Saved by the Bell' Actor Is Believed to Have Become 'Ill' Years Before His Passing
Dennis Haskins was best known for his role on 'Saved by the Bell.'
Oct. 7 2026, Published 4:30 p.m. ET
Saved by the Bell actor Dennis Haskins died at the age of 75, his longtime agent confirmed.
In a statement on September 28, Jay Schachter reflected on Haskins' death, calling it 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. He always had time for them, no matter what," Schachter added. "He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly. I'm heartbroken."
The late star was best known for portraying Principal Richard Belding on the hit 1990s teen sitcom.
RadarOnline.com can reveal everything known so far about Haskins' cause of death.
How Did Dennis Haskins Die?
Dennis Haskins' agent confirmed the 'Saved by the Bell' actor's death in a statement.
No further details surrounding Haskins' death were immediately available. His passing was first reported by local station WTVC, citing a friend and caretaker of the actor.
Did Dennis Haskins Have Any Major Health Issues Before His Death?
Dennis Haskins reportedly became 'ill' eight years before his death.
While information about Haskins' cause of death remains scarce, Dimples Karaoke – a bar in Burbank, California, where the late star was a regular – appeared to hint at a possible health issue in an Instagram tribute.
"Dennis was a staple at Dimples," the post began. "A lot of people thought he owned it, but he didn't. He just loved the place and its people. He enjoyed singing for people, meeting them, and taking selfies with his fans. Dimples closed down about 11 years ago, and people still associate him with his beloved 'second home.' He was known to most as Mr. Belding from Saved by the Bell, but to us, he was much more than that."
The post claimed Haskins "became ill" eight years ago, noting he "had been silent about his fight with Parkinson's, among other health concerns, because he did not want the attention."
"He did not want to have to tell people. He would say, 'What do I even say?' So I respected his wishes and stayed quiet, and I helped him through his journey into the next chapter of his life," the caption continued.
The message concluded, "What a cool and amazing life he had. Rest in peace, Dennis. You were very much loved and will never be forgotten."
What Movies and TV Shows Did Dennis Haskins Appear In?
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Dennis Haskins died at the age of 75.
Haskins began appearing on television in the 1980s, earning roles on shows like The Twilight Zone and The Dukes of Hazzard. He landed his big break when he was tapped to play the school administrator role on the Disney Channel series Good Morning, Miss Bliss, which later evolved into Saved by the Bell.
Outside the Saved by the Bell franchise, Haskins continued building his acting career and made appearances on The West Wing, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, How I Met Your Mother, Destroy the Alpha, 7th Heaven, Men of a Certain Age, and A Million Aways to Die in the West, to name a few.
Haskins was also involved at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga before his death, where he studied theater and speech.
