Saved By The Bell’s Lark Voorhies Mourns Dennis Haskins as ‘Loyal Friend’ After Death at 75

Saved By The Bell actor Dennis Haskins has been remembered as a “loyal friend” by his former costar after his death at age 75.

Haskins’ agent Jay Schachter confirmed the death on Monday, September 29, and said it was “a tragic loss”.

Speaking to Variety, he added: “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. He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly. I’m heartbroken.”

Haskins had played school principal Richard Belding in the American teen sitcom from 1989 to 1993, alongside Lark Voorhies, who played student Lisa Turtle.

In a post on Instagram she said: “Knowing Dennis Haskins for almost 40 years has been one of the truest blessings of my life, which makes losing him hurt so deeply.

“We shared so much history together from our earliest days, and through it all, he remained a fabulous person, a loyal friend, and someone with such a kind, gentle heart.

“I am truly heartbroken by his passing and will miss his warmth and laughter more than words can say. Rest in peace Dennis, you will always hold a special place in my heart.”

Aside from Saved By The Bell and various spinoff shows connected with the series, Haskins appeared in the film A Million Ways To Die In The West in 2014 and TV series such as The West Wing, It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, Mad Men and How I Met Your Mother