Mark-Paul Gosselaar reveals why the cast forgets their iconic ’90s sitcom
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The hallways of Bayside High might be etched in fans’ memories, but for Mark-Paul Gosselaar and his castmates, those school days are surprisingly foggy.
The 51-year-old actor recently opened up about why he and his fellow Saved by the Bell alums struggle to recall specific episodes from their iconic ’90s sitcom.
“Wait, What Episode Was That?”
During a candid chat with PEOPLE, Gosselaar confessed that a fan once brought up the season 3 “Mystery Weekend” episode, leaving him scratching his head.
While he vaguely recognized it from his podcast discussions, his co-stars Mario Lopez and Elizabeth Berkley were completely lost.
“I was actually relieved,” Gosselaar admitted with a laugh.
“I always thought my memory was terrible, but turns out they remember just as little as I do about specific plots!”
The Cast’s Memory Works Differently
For these actors, filming Saved by the Bell wasn’t about memorizing episode titles or storylines—it was their job.
“This was over 30 years ago for us,” Gosselaar explained.
“Most people don’t remember their daily work tasks from decades ago, but they’ll remember lunch with a coworker or a special trip.”
Their brains filed away the friendship moments, not the scripts.
What They Actually Remember
The cast’s memories focus more on experiences than scripts. “We remember beach episodes existed, just not specific beach episodes,” Gosselaar shared.
“Anything filmed on location felt like a treat, so those moments stuck with us more than regular studio days.”
The fun behind-the-scenes stuff outlasted the actual storylines in their minds.
Still a Bell Family
Despite their fuzzy recollections, the bond between castmates remains strong. “We text constantly,” Gosselaar revealed.
“People always ask if we hang out, but we’re all busy with kids and schedules. We’re scattered geographically too.”
Modern life keeps them physically apart, but their connection hasn’t faded.
Family Ties That Last
The connection runs deeper than regular communication. “It’s like family—you don’t need daily calls with your siblings,” Gosselaar explained.
“When we reconnect, it’s like no time has passed. We’re incredibly lucky to have that kind of cast chemistry.”
Some workplace relationships fade, but this TV family stuck.
Life Beyond Bayside
While Zack Morris defined his early career, Gosselaar has moved forward.
Now starring in NBC’s drama “Found,” which just wrapped its second season, he’s built a fulfilling life with wife Catriona McGinn and their children.
But those Bayside memories, however incomplete, remain a cherished part of his journey.