Aug. 30, 2006

Saved by the Bell’s Mr. Belding visits VCU

By Malorie Burkett

Dennis Haskins, best known for his role as principal Richard Belding on the teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell,” visited with Virginia Commonwealth University students at the W.E. Singleton Center. Haskins shared his thoughts regarding life on the set of the sitcom, and entertained the students while providing them with advice and encouragement.

Photos by Malorie Janis — Dennis Haskins, best known for his role as principal Richard Belding on the teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell,” visited with Virginia Commonwealth University students at the W.E. Singleton Center. Haskins shared his thoughts regarding life on the set of the sitcom, and entertained the students while providing them with advice and encouragement. Photos by Malorie Janis

Haskins shared the stage with VCU student and 2005 homecoming king Ronald Young, who served as Haskins’ interviewer and co-host during the show.

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