Saved By The Bell‘s ‘Screech’ also known as Dustin Diamond has passed away at age 44. The actor who portrayed lovable nerd Samuel “Screech” Powers across four incarnations of Saved by the Bell from 1988 to 2000, died Monday after a three-week battle with carcinoma. He was 44. Diamond’s agent, Roger Paul, confirmed the actor’s death to Rolling Stone.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago,” Paul said in a statement. “In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful.”
RIP, Dustin! Thanks for making TV as a kid that much more silly, and for carving out a place for nerds everywhere!
Dustin Diamond, thank yoy, God bless.
Thanks for all the smiles and joy you gave us. May you rest from your labors and may all who loved you be comforted with the knowledge that, “Christ is risen from the dead trampling down death by His death and upon those in the tomb bestowing life!” Go with God.
I know it may be a little late but thanks for all of the humor you provided during your brief life. Rest in peace dear boy.
TONY
I was very fond of mr. diamond,a very talented actor,a big loss for humanity,May he Rest In Peace.God bless him,and his family,and friends.