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Dennis Haskins' cause of death revealed as Parkinson’s disease
Friend and caretaker Kimberly Snow confirmed Haskins died at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center after battling Parkinson’s and other conditions.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Actor Dennis Haskins, best known for playing Principal Richard Belding on the “Saved by the Bell” franchises, died on Sept. 27, 2026, according to his friend and longtime caretaker Kimberly Snow.
Snow told The Times that Haskins had quietly fought Parkinson’s disease and other health issues, and that his death occurred at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, citing the death certificate obtained by TMZ, listed Parkinson’s disease as the immediate cause of death.
The certificate also recorded irritable bowel syndrome, depression, hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia among the conditions Haskins battled. Snow shared a tribute on Instagram, recalling his frequent visits to the now‑closed Dimples Karaoke, where patrons often thought he owned the venue.
Haskins appeared as Mr. Belding across seven series, including “Good Morning, Miss Bliss,” “Saved by the Bell,” “The College Years,” “The New Class,” “The Rerun Show,” “Robot Chicken” and “Victorious.”
For earlier coverage of Haskins’ impact on the franchise, see our report on residual checks for Saved by the Bell stars.
Key facts
- Dennis Haskins died on Sept. 27, 2026. (latimes.com)
- Los Angeles County Department of Public Health listed Parkinson’s disease as the immediate cause of death. (latimes.com)
- The death certificate also noted irritable bowel syndrome, depression, hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia. (latimes.com)
- Haskins died at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank. (latimes.com)
- Kimberly Snow, his friend and caretaker, announced the death on Instagram. (latimes.com)
Sources
- [1] latimes.com — originally reported as “'Saved by the Bell' actor Dennis Haskins' cause of death is revealed”
