King of the Hill Actor Jonathan Joss Fatally Shot in Apparent Hate Crime

On June 1st, 2025, Jonathan Joss, the actor known for his role as John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill," was fatally shot in San Antonio, Texas. His husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, alleges the shooting was a hate crime, stating that they were attacked while checking their mail at their former home. "They started yelling violent homophobic slurs at us before opening fire," Gonzales said. However, the San Antonio Police Department has stated that there is currently no evidence linking the murder to Joss's sexual orientation. The suspect, 56-year-old Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, has been arrested and charged with murder. The investigation is ongoing, and the community is mourning the loss of a beloved actor.