19 actors we lost way too soon

16) Dustin Diamond

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Dustin Diamond is best known for his role as Screech on Saved by the Bell, which is one of those characters that defined '90s television. The man died of cancer at 44 years old, and he went through some tumultuous years with a history of legal woes and personal problems. In the face of all that controversy, Diamond's role in pop culture is not going anywhere because of his popular character. His death served as a reminder of the complex lives many former child stars lead and the lasting impact their roles have on their fans.

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