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Voice Actor Jonathan Joss Shot Dead in San Antonio: Investigation Ongoing

Jonathan Joss, known for voicing John Redcorn on 'King of the Hill,' was shot in San Antonio; police investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.

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Jonathan Joss, 59, was shot and killed in San Antonio during an argument with neighbor Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, who has been charged with murder. Joss's husband claims the shooter yelled homophobic slurs, but police found no evidence linking the murder to Joss's sexual orientation. Joss, a prominent voice actor known for his role in 'King of the Hill,' had recently faced personal challenges, including losing his home in a fire. Friends and fans have paid tribute to Joss, who was set to reprise his role in the show's upcoming reboot.

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  • The articles report on the tragic death of Jonathan Joss, emphasizing the violence and hate crimes involved.
  • They highlight the grief experienced by his husband and the community, calling for justice and awareness of hate crimes.
  • The overall tone is somber, reflecting on Joss' contributions to entertainment while mourning his untimely loss.

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"…Jonathan Joss, who voiced the role of John Redcorn in the animated TV show "King of the Hill," died Sunday after he was shot and killed at a home in San Antonio, Texas, police confirmed to CBS News."

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"…Jonathan Joss, an actor best known for his voice role as John Redcorn on "King of the Hill," has been shot and killed in Texas."

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"…Jonathan Joss, the voice actor best known as John Redcorn from "King of the Hill," was killed in a San Antonio shooting on Sunday, police said."

Jonathan Joss, 'King of the Hill' voice actor, killed in San Antonio shooting
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Jonathan Joss was best known for voicing the character John Redcorn in the animated series 'King of the Hill' and for his role as Chief Ken Hotate in 'Parks and Recreation'.

Yes, Jonathan Joss had begun recording lines for the 'King of the Hill' reboot before his death.

Jonathan Joss was shot and killed in San Antonio during an argument. A suspect, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, has been charged with murder.

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