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Dustin Diamond in 2011. He died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma at the age of 44.
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This 1994 photo shows Dustin Diamond, in character as Screech from “Saved by the Bell,” with Carl Kurlander, who was a writer for the show.
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This image released by NBC shows actor Dustin Diamond as Samuel Powers, better known as Screech” from the 1990’s series “Saved by the Bell.” Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma, according to his representative.
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This 1992 image released by NBC shows actor Dustin Diamond as Samuel Powers, better known as Screech” from the series “Saved by the Bell.” Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma, according to his representative.
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Saved by the Bell costar Mario Lopez was among the first to react to the news. Dustin, you will be missed my man. The fragility of this life is something never to be taken for granted. Prayers for your family will continue on…, Lopez, 47, captioned a photo o the two on Instagram. Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow
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Fellow I am deeply saddened by the news of my old co-star @realdustindiamond passing. Life is extremely fragile and it s something we should never take for granted. God speed Dustin, Thiessen, 47, wrote on Instagram.
In a statement to PEOPLE, Gosselaar, 46, said: I m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce. A pie in your face, my comrade.