Details Regarding the Passing of Dennis Haskins

Seven days following the news of the death of Saved by the Bell actor Dennis Haskins, his official cause of death has been disclosed. According to documentation obtained by TMZ on Tuesday, October 6, the actor's primary cause of death was attributed to Parkinson's disease, a progressive movement disorder affecting the nervous system.

Beyond his primary diagnosis, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health indicated that Haskins was also managing several other significant health conditions at the time of his passing. These included hypertension, depression, irritable bowel syndrome, and benign prostatic hyperplasia. The death certificate confirmed that he passed away at the Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center located in Burbank, California.

Haskins, who was 75 years old at the time of his death on September 28, was remembered by his spokesperson as a "great person" who held a deep affection for his fans. "He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly," his representative added.

Final Years and Legacy

Following his passing, it was revealed by his friend and caretaker, Kimberly Snow, that Haskins had been residing in an assisted living facility for several years. Snow shared that the actor had been battling Parkinson’s disease for eight years prior to his death. In a touching public statement, Snow reflected on his final moments, noting that he had passed peacefully. She also mentioned her efforts to convey messages from fans to him during his final years, ensuring he knew he was remembered.

An Iconic Television Presence

Dennis Haskins achieved lasting fame for his portrayal of Mr. Belding, the beleaguered principal in the hit NBC sitcom Saved by the Bell, which aired from 1989 to 1992. His character became a staple of the show, famously balancing the role of an authority figure with a comedic, often exasperated dynamic alongside his students.

Haskins continued the legacy of his iconic character in the spinoff series Saved by the Bell: The New Class, which ran from 1993 to 2000. He also revisited the role in Saved by the Bell: The College Years and the television film Saved by the Bell: Wedding in Las Vegas.

Tributes from Former Colleagues

Former cast members took to social media to express their grief and honor their late friend. Mario Lopez, who starred as A.C. Slater, shared his condolences on Instagram:

«Heartbroken to hear about my old friend Dennis Haskins. He played the principal, but Dennis was the biggest kid on the SBTB set. If you knew him, you loved him — and if there was karaoke, you knew Dennis was getting on that mic!»

Tiffani Thiessen, known for her role as Kelly Kapowski, also offered a heartfelt tribute: «Dennis Haskins was a steady presence in my teenage years, the kind of figure who kept us in line while making sure we knew he was in our corner. I will always remember his kindness and be grateful for the memories we as a cast got to with him. RIP Mr. B.»