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The Bayside Six: Where Is The Saved By The Bell Cast Now? (2025 Updates)

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The iconic halls of Bayside High may have closed decades ago, but the careers and lives of the Saved by the Bell cast continue to make headlines in late 2025. The beloved teen sitcom, which originally aired from 1989 to 1993, created six pop culture fixtures whose journeys after the show have been a fascinating mix of Hollywood success, personal challenges, and heartwarming reunions. Fans are continuously searching for the latest updates on Zack, Slater, Kelly, Jessie, Lisa, and Screech, and the current news is rich with major television roles, a new book, and emotional throwback moments.

Just this year, the core cast members—Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Mario Lopez, and Elizabeth Berkley—reunited for a high-profile panel at GalaxyCon Oklahoma 2025, proving the Bayside bond remains unbreakable. This article dives into the fresh, current lives of the main cast, detailing their latest projects, significant milestones, and the enduring legacy of the show that defined a generation.

The Bayside High Class of '93: Full Cast Biography & Profile

The original cast of Saved by the Bell has taken remarkably different paths since leaving Bayside High. Here is a comprehensive look at the main actors, their characters, and their key biographical details.

  • Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack Morris)
    • Born: March 1, 1974, in Panorama City, California, U.S.
    • Role: Zack Morris, the charming, fourth-wall-breaking schemer.
    • Key Projects: NYPD Blue, Franklin & Bash, Pitch, The Passage, Saved by the Bell (2020 reboot).
  • Mario Lopez (A.C. Slater)
    • Born: October 10, 1973, in San Diego, California, U.S.
    • Role: A.C. Slater, the jock with a sensitive side.
    • Key Projects: Extra, Access Hollywood, Dancing with the Stars, Saved by the Bell (2020 reboot).
  • Tiffani Thiessen (Kelly Kapowski)
    • Born: January 23, 1974, in Long Beach, California, U.S.
    • Role: Kelly Kapowski, the head cheerleader and Zack's main love interest.
    • Key Projects: Beverly Hills, 90210, White Collar, Dinner at Tiffani's, Deliciousness.
  • Elizabeth Berkley (Jessie Spano)
    • Born: July 28, 1972, in Farmington Hills, Michigan, U.S.
    • Role: Jessie Spano, the fiercely intelligent and passionate feminist.
    • Key Projects: Showgirls, The First Wives Club, CSI: Miami, Saved by the Bell (2020 reboot).
  • Lark Voorhies (Lisa Turtle)
    • Born: March 25, 1974, in Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
    • Role: Lisa Turtle, the fashion-forward and wealthy trendsetter.
    • Key Projects: Days of Our Lives, The Bold and the Beautiful, Saved by the Bell (2020 reboot).
  • Dustin Diamond (Samuel "Screech" Powers)
    • Born: January 7, 1977, in San Jose, California, U.S.
    • Role: Screech Powers, the lovable but awkward nerd.
    • Died: February 1, 2021, at the age of 44.
  • Dennis Haskins (Principal Richard Belding)
    • Born: November 18, 1950, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S.
    • Role: Principal Richard Belding, the long-suffering principal of Bayside High.
    • Key Projects: Appeared in all four iterations of the show (Good Morning, Miss Bliss, Saved by the Bell, The College Years, The New Class).

The Current Hollywood Power Players: Gosselaar, Lopez, and Berkley

Three of the main Bayside students have cemented their status as consistent, high-profile working actors and hosts in Hollywood, with several new projects hitting screens in late 2024 and 2025.

Mark-Paul Gosselaar: From Zack Morris to Crime Drama Star

Mark-Paul Gosselaar, who played the mischievous Zack Morris, has spent the last two decades shedding his teen idol image by taking on complex, dramatic roles. After his successful run on shows like NYPD Blue and Franklin & Bash, Gosselaar is currently starring in the NBC crime drama Found. The show, which focuses on a public relations specialist who works to find missing persons, has allowed him to showcase his range in a more serious context. He has even stepped behind the camera, directing an episode of the series, demonstrating his commitment to growing his career beyond acting.

Mario Lopez: The Undisputed King of Entertainment News

Mario Lopez, the man who brought the wrestling-loving A.C. Slater to life, has arguably remained the most visible cast member in the media. His career pivot to hosting has made him a fixture on entertainment television. In a major update for 2025, Lopez was announced as the host for the 52nd Daytime Emmy Awards. He continues his long-standing roles as a host for both Access Hollywood and Extra, making him one of the most prolific and recognizable faces in pop culture. His consistent presence across television, podcasts, and even his own shoe line highlights his successful evolution into an entertainment mogul.

Elizabeth Berkley: A Cinematic and Television Comeback

Elizabeth Berkley, who played the hyper-achieving Jessie Spano, has a particularly exciting year ahead. Following her emotional return for the 2020 Saved by the Bell reboot, Berkley is starring in two high-profile projects in 2025. She is set to appear in Ryan Murphy’s new Kim Kardashian-led legal drama, All's Fair, which is slated to premiere in November 2025. Additionally, she has a role in the new movie Shell, alongside Kate Hudson and Elisabeth Moss. This resurgence of high-caliber dramatic work comes as she also celebrated the 30th anniversary of her cult-classic film, Showgirls, a film that initially presented career challenges but has since been reclaimed by fans.

Kelly and Lisa: The Culinary and Creative Paths of Thiessen and Voorhies

Tiffani Thiessen and Lark Voorhies have carved out distinct paths, with one focusing on a culinary career and the other navigating a quieter life while embracing the show's legacy.

Tiffani Thiessen: From Bayside to the Kitchen

Tiffani Thiessen’s post-Bayside career took a sharp turn with her iconic role as Valerie Malone on Beverly Hills, 90210, but in recent years, she has become a celebrated figure in the culinary world. She hosted the popular Cooking Channel series Dinner at Tiffani's from 2015 to 2017. While that show has ended, her passion for food continues. She released a new cookbook, Here We Go Again, which focuses on creative ways to use leftovers, cementing her status as a lifestyle and food personality. She also hosted the MTV comedy clip show Deliciousness from 2020 to 2022.

Lark Voorhies: The Enduring Legacy of Lisa Turtle

Lark Voorhies, who played the fashionable Lisa Turtle, has had a notably different journey. While she appeared in the 2020 Peacock reboot, her career has been less focused on mainstream Hollywood projects. Voorhies has openly discussed her struggles with mental health and her diagnosis of bipolar disorder, which have affected her visibility. Despite these challenges, her return to the role of Lisa Turtle in the reboot was a powerful and emotional moment for fans, validating the enduring importance of her character and her place in the Bayside family. Her legacy as one of the most stylish and beloved characters remains strong.

Remembering Screech: The Tragic Loss of Dustin Diamond

The Bayside family suffered a major loss with the passing of Dustin Diamond, who played the eccentric Samuel "Screech" Powers. Diamond's life after Saved by the Bell was often turbulent, marked by legal issues and personal struggles that kept him in the public eye for all the wrong reasons. However, the most tragic update came in early 2021 when he was diagnosed with and quickly succumbed to stage four small cell carcinoma (lung cancer) at the age of 44. His death was a somber moment for the cast and fans alike, who remembered the comedic genius he brought to the character of Screech in all four iterations of the show, from Good Morning, Miss Bliss to The New Class.

The cast, including Mark-Paul Gosselaar, spoke publicly about their grief, emphasizing the deep, shared history they had with Diamond despite any past friction. The 2025 reunion panels continue to include heartfelt tributes to the late actor, ensuring that Screech and Dustin Diamond remain an integral part of the Saved by the Bell story.

The Bayside Six: Where is the Saved by the Bell Cast Now? (2025 Updates)
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