Dennis Haskins' Cause of Death Revealed as Parkinson's Disease
The death certificate for Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Belding on Saved by the Bell, lists Parkinson's disease as the official cause.
Dennis Haskins, the actor known for playing Principal Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell, died from Parkinson's disease, according to his death certificate obtained by TMZ. The actor died on September 27 in Burbank at the age of 75.
Haskins had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2018 but kept the diagnosis largely private.
A career defined by Mr. Belding
In 1989, Haskins first played Principal Richard Belding in the Disney Channel series Good Morning, Miss Bliss, starring opposite Hayley Mills. After one season, the show was retooled as Saved by the Bell on NBC, where he reprised the role throughout its four-season run.
In 1993, Haskins returned as Mr. Belding for Saved by the Bell: The New Class, playing the character for seven more seasons until the show's finale in 2000.
The actor's agent, Jay Schachter, confirmed his death to Deadline.
Quick answers
What was Dennis Haskins' cause of death?
His death certificate lists Parkinson's disease as the official cause.
When did Dennis Haskins die?
He died on September 27 in Burbank at the age of 75.
Who did Dennis Haskins play on Saved by the Bell?
He played Principal Richard Belding, a role he originated on Good Morning, Miss Bliss in 1989 and continued through Saved by the Bell: The New Class until 2000.