**Actor Jonathan Joss Shot Dead Near Home in Texas**
**Tragic Incident Claims Life of ‘King of the Hill’ Voice Actor**
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In a shocking turn of events, actor Jonathan Joss, known for his roles in the animated series “King of the Hill” and the popular show “Parks and Recreation,” was shot and killed near his home in San Antonio, Texas, on Sunday evening. The 59-year-old actor was discovered by police with gunshot wounds, but despite their efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Joss’s husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, reported that the assailant shouted “violent homophobic slurs” before opening fire, claiming that Joss heroically pushed him out of harm’s way. “He was murdered by someone who could not stand the sight of two men loving each other,” de Gonzales expressed on social media. The couple had previously experienced harassment from neighbors, much of which was described as “openly homophobic.”
The tragic incident occurred while the couple was checking for mail at Joss’s former residence, which had burned down earlier this year in a fire that claimed the lives of their three dogs. Upon discovering the skull of one of their pets in front of the property, they were approached by a man who threatened them with a gun. “When the man fired, Jonathan pushed me out of the way. He saved my life,” de Gonzales recounted.
However, the San Antonio police stated that they found no evidence to classify the shooting as a hate crime. “Should any new evidence come to light, we will charge the suspect accordingly,” a police statement read. A 56-year-old man, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, has been charged with murder in connection with the incident.
Jonathan Joss was best known for voicing the character John Redcorn in the cult classic “King of the Hill,” which aired for 13 seasons from 1997 to 2009. He also had a recurring role as Chief Ken Hotate, a tribal elder and casino owner, in NBC’s “Parks and Recreation.”
Just a day before his tragic death, Joss was in Austin, Texas, promoting the upcoming reboot of “King of the Hill.” He shared a video on Instagram, expressing excitement about the revival and his involvement in the project, having already worked on four episodes.
As the investigation continues, the suspect remains in custody at a detention center in San Antonio, though attempts to reach his legal representation have been unsuccessful.
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Jonathan Joss was shot and killed near his home in San Antonio, Texas, in an incident that his husband claims was motivated by homophobia.
