Where is the "Saved by the Bell" cast now? A look at the lives of the beloved 90s sitcom's stars 37 years after its premiere, and the impact it had on their careers. The show, which ran from 1989 to 1993, was a cultural phenomenon, capturing the hearts of older millennials and younger Gen Xers. It chronicled the lives of a group of teenage friends attending Bayside High School, tackling relevant issues and universal themes. Now, let's take a closer look at the careers of the "Saved by the Bell" cast and what they've been up to since leaving Bayside.
Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack Morris)
Mark-Paul Gosselaar, who played the preppy Zack Morris, has had a successful career in the entertainment industry. After his run on "Saved by the Bell," he landed roles on shows like "Hyperion Bay" and "D.C." In 2001, he joined the cast of "NYPD Blue" as Det. John Clark Jr., a role he played for four years. He has since starred in shows like "Franklin & Bash," "Pitch," and "Mixed-ish." Gosselaar also reprised his role as Zack Morris in the 2020 reboot of "Saved by the Bell." His personal life is just as interesting, as he has been married to his wife, Catriona McGinn, since 2012, and has two children with her, as well as two from a previous marriage.
Mario Lopez (A.C. Slater)
Mario Lopez, who played the resident jock A.C. Slater, has also had a successful career. He continued the role on "Saved by the Bell: The College Years," "Saved by the Bell: Wedding in Las Vegas," and "Saved by the Bell: The New Class." Lopez has since focused on unscripted television, serving as a host, reporter, and correspondent on shows like "Entertainment Tonight" and "America's Best Dance Crew." He also co-created and starred in the comedy "The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia." Lopez is married to Courtney Mazza, and they have three children together.
Elizabeth Berkley (Jessie Spano)
Elizabeth Berkley, who played the involved student Jessie Spano, had a memorable run on the show. After saying goodbye to the character in the early '90s, she hit the big screen in Paul Verhoeven's "Showgirls" and went on to appear in films like "The First Wives Club" and "Any Given Sunday." She has also had a successful career on television, appearing in shows like "NYPD Blue," "Titus," and "The L Word." Berkley returned to the "Saved by the Bell" universe in the revival, and is married to artist/fashion designer Greg Lauren, with whom she has one son.
Lark Voorhies (Lisa Turtle)
Lark Voorhies, who played the popular, well-dressed Lisa Turtle, has had a varied career. She held the role in the series and its spinoffs, and later joined "Days of Our Lives" as Wendy Reardon. She also appeared in soap operas like "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "In the House." Voorhies largely stepped back from acting in the early 2010s, instead devoting her time to writing books. She dated Mark-Paul Gosselaar while they were starring on "Saved by the Bell" from 1989 to 1992.
Tiffani Thiessen (Kelly Kapowski)
Tiffani Thiessen, who played the high school hottie Kelly Kapowski, has had a successful career. She played the character throughout the series and on the spinoff projects, and has since appeared in shows like "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "White Collar." Thiessen has also hosted her own Cooking Channel show, "Dinner at Tiffani's," and has appeared in projects like "Alexa & Katie" and "Deliciousness." She is married to actor Brady Smith, and they have two children together.
Dustin Diamond (Samuel "Screech" Powers)
Dustin Diamond, who played the geeky Samuel "Screech" Powers, had a memorable run on the show. He continued the role on "Saved by the Bell: The College Years," "Saved by the Bell: The New Class," and "Saved by the Bell: Wedding in Las Vegas." Diamond had a varied career, appearing in independent films and playing himself in movies like "Pauly Shore Is Dead." He published a tell-all book, "Behind the Bell," which he later claimed was ghostwritten. Diamond died in 2021 from stage 4 lung cancer at age 44.
Dennis Haskins (Richard Belding)
Dennis Haskins, who played Bayside's principal, Mr. Belding, has had a successful career. He played the educator for more than 10 years, starring in the spinoff "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" after the original series wrapped. He has since appeared in shows like "The West Wing" and "7th Heaven." Haskins has also appeared in episodes of "Men of a Certain Age" and "Hot in Cleveland." He has one child with ex-wife Sarah Dianne Goins.
In conclusion, the "Saved by the Bell" cast has had successful careers in the entertainment industry, with many of them continuing to work in the field today. The show's impact on their lives and careers is undeniable, and it's fascinating to see how they have evolved over the years. From Gosselaar's successful acting career to Lopez's focus on unscripted television, the cast has certainly left their mark on the entertainment world.
