Saved by the Bell is a legendary sitcom that is still beloved by audiences to this day. The show totally encapsulates the 1990s through its costumes, set designs, and overall tone. Although the series was goofy and mostly comedic, it did sometimes touch on serious issues, including drug use and women’s rights. The series focuses on Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) and his group of friends as they navigate high school. Recently, a reboot of Saved by the Bell started streaming on Peacock. The series follows a new group of friends in the modern day, but several of the original cast members have reprised their roles.
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The original Saved by the Bell was created by Sam Bobrick and aired on NBC from 1989-1993. After that, two spin-off series aired, including one that followed the characters through college. There were also two television movies that were produced. Thanks to Jimmy Fallon, fans were able to see most of the cast members reunite on an iconic reunion sketch, proving that the love for Saved by the Bell is alive and well. The series launched the careers of the young actors and after the show ended, they went on to do some very impressive work. Let’s take a look at where the cast of Saved by the Bell is today.
Mark-Paul Gosselaar
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Although Mark-Paul Gosselaar may be forever known for his iconic role of Zack Morris, he has had quite a successful career since the ending of the series. Gosselaar has been several television series. Most recently, he played Paul Johnson on the TV series, Mixed-ish. He also reprised his role of Zack Morris in the Saved by the Bell reboot, this time being the governor of California. At the same time, he has taken some positions behind the camera as well. Gosselaar is a producer of the Saved by the Bell reboot, and he has also directed one of the episodes.
Mario Lopez
Mario Lopez aka A.C. Slater has become a very well-known figure in the entertainment industry that has spanned across television, radio, and news. Lopez has been a long-time host of Access Hollywood, and he also reprised his role of Slater in the Saved by the Bell reboot. He is also a producer of the series, as well as several other series and movies in the past. Lopez recently starred in a TV movie entitled Holiday in Santa Fe. His charisma and talent has certainly paved the way for a successful career in show business.
Dustin Diamond
Although Dustin Diamond’s career wasn’t as successful as some of his Saved by the Bell co-stars, he did continue to work in show business. Unfortunately, Diamond passed away in 2021 after a battle with cancer. Prior to his death, Diamond worked in a variety of industries including stand-up comedy, professional wrestling, and music. He will most definitely always be remembered for his goofy comedic performance as Screech. You will be able to see Diamond’s last on-screen performance in the upcoming horror/comedy, The Curse of the Zombie Pirates.
Tiffani-Amber Thiessen
Tiffani-Amber Thiessen played the sweet and gorgeous Kelly Kapowski in Saved by the Bell. Thiessen continues to act and even reprised her role of Kelly in the Saved by the Bell reboot. She also recently played Lori Mendoza in the Netflix series, Alexa & Katie. At the same time, Thiessen is a very talented cook and shares many of her recipes and meals on her blog. Theissen also worked as a producer on the Saved by the Bell reboot as well as the TV series, Deliciousness, which she also hosted.
Elizabeth Berkley
Elizabeth Berkley reprised her role of Jessica Spano in the Saved by the Bell reboot, and she also served as a producer. She will also star in the upcoming television series The Idol for HBO, created by Abel Tesfaye, Sam Levinson and Reza Fahim. The series will also star The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp. As far as her personal life goes, Berkley married Greg Lauren, the nephew of the iconic fashion designer, Ralph Lauren. They currently have one child together.
Lark Voorhies
Lark Voorhies can be seen in a few episodes of the Saved by the Bell reboot, reprising her role of Lisa Turtle. Prior to this, Voorhies hasn’t really been in the spotlight. Her last onscreen role before the reboot was in 2012 where she acted in the film Closer to God: Jessica’s Journey. Voorhies has been married and divorced twice and currently does not have any children. She has self-published three books and has also appeared in several music videos.
Dennis Haskins
Dennis Haskins played the strict, yet caring, Mr. Belding in Saved by the Bell. Although you won’t be seeing him in the reboot, Haskins has continued to act upon the ending of the series. Most recently, Haskins played Sam Bennet in the film, A Bennet Song Holiday. He will also be starring in the upcoming film, 18, written and directed by Brandon Fowler. You may have also seen him in Khalid’s Young Dumb & Broke music video, where he unsurprisingly played a principal. Haskins is divorced and has one child.