Where is the cast of Saved by the Bell now? It's been 37 years since the show first aired, and the stars have certainly gone on to do some interesting things since leaving Bayside High. From Mark-Paul Gosselaar's political career to Elizabeth Berkley's controversial film, here's a look at what the cast has been up to.
The Stars of Saved by the Bell Then and Now
Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack Morris)
Mark-Paul Gosselaar, who played the preppy Zack Morris, has had a diverse career since leaving Saved by the Bell. He landed small-screen roles on shows like Hyperion Bay and D.C., and then joined the cast of NYPD Blue as Det. John Clark Jr. for four years. Gosselaar has also starred in shows like Franklin & Bash, Pitch, and Mixed-ish. In 2020, he reprised his role as Zack Morris in the reboot of Saved by the Bell, and has since appeared in shows like Barry and Found. Gosselaar has also had a successful marriage and has two children from each of his marriages.
Mario Lopez (A.C. Slater)
Mario Lopez, who played the jock A.C. Slater, has also had a diverse career since leaving Saved by the Bell. He joined Pacific Blue as Bobby Cruz, and has since appeared in shows like The Bold and the Beautiful and Nip/Tuck. Lopez has largely focused on unscripted television, serving as a host, reporter, and correspondent on shows like Entertainment Tonight and America's Best Dance Crew. In 2020, he debuted the comedy The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia, and has since appeared in shows like Girls5eva and Hacks. Lopez has also had a successful marriage and has three children.
Elizabeth Berkley (Jessie Spano)
Elizabeth Berkley, who played the involved student Jessie Spano, has had a successful career in both film and television. After leaving Saved by the Bell, she starred in the controversial film Showgirls and went on to appear in films like The First Wives Club and Any Given Sunday. Berkley has also appeared in shows like NYPD Blue, Titus, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. In 2020, she returned to the role of Jessie Spano in the reboot of Saved by the Bell. Berkley has also had a successful marriage and has one son.
Lark Voorhies (Lisa Turtle)
Lark Voorhies, who played the popular Lisa Turtle, has had a successful career in both film and television. She held the role in the series and its spinoffs, and later joined Days of Our Lives as Wendy Reardon. Voorhies has also appeared in shows like The Bold and the Beautiful and How to Be a Player. She largely stepped back from acting in the early 2010s, instead devoting her time to writing books. In 2020, she returned for a cameo in the reboot of Saved by the Bell.
Tiffani Thiessen (Kelly Kapowski)
Tiffani Thiessen, who played the high school hottie Kelly Kapowski, has had a successful career in both film and television. She starred in shows like Beverly Hills, 90210 and White Collar, and has also appeared in films like Ivans Xtc and The Ladies Man. Thiessen has also hosted her own Cooking Channel show, Dinner at Tiffani's, and has appeared in shows like Alexa & Katie and Deliciousness. Thiessen has also had a successful marriage and has two children.
Dustin Diamond (Samuel "Screech" Powers)
Dustin Diamond, who played the geeky Samuel "Screech" Powers, has had a more tumultuous career since leaving Saved by the Bell. He starred in shows like Saved by the Bell: The College Years and Saved by the Bell: The New Class, and has also appeared in films like Pauly Shore Is Dead and Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star. Diamond published a tell-all book, Behind the Bell, which he later claimed was ghostwritten. He ran into legal trouble after a barroom altercation and served a short jail sentence. Diamond died in 2021 from stage 4 lung cancer.
Dennis Haskins (Richard Belding)
Dennis Haskins, who played Bayside's principal, Mr. Belding, has had a successful career in both film and television. He starred in the spinoff Saved by the Bell: The New Class after the original series wrapped, and has since appeared in shows like Max Keeble's Big Move and The West Wing. Haskins has also appeared in shows like Men of a Certain Age and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and has appeared in films like A Million Ways to Die in the West and Clemency. Haskins has one child with his ex-wife.
What the Cast Has Been Up To Since Saved by the Bell
The cast of Saved by the Bell has certainly gone on to do some interesting things since leaving Bayside High. From Mark-Paul Gosselaar's political career to Elizabeth Berkley's controversial film, it's clear that the stars of the show have had diverse and successful careers. And while some of the cast members have had more tumultuous careers than others, it's clear that they have all gone on to do some fascinating things since leaving the show.
In my opinion, the most fascinating thing about the cast of Saved by the Bell is how they have all gone on to have such diverse and successful careers. It's a testament to the show's impact and the talent of the cast members. And while some of the cast members have had more tumultuous careers than others, it's clear that they have all gone on to do some fascinating things since leaving the show.
