Voice Actor Jonathan Joss Fatally Shot in Texas: Husband Alleges Homophobic Motive Behind Tragic Attack

San Antonio, Texas – June 3, 2025

Jonathan Joss, widely recognized for voicing John Redcorn on the beloved animated series King of the Hill, was tragically shot and killed outside his residence in San Antonio. He was 59 years old. According to his husband, the incident was an act of anti-LGBTQ+ violence.

The deadly incident took place on Sunday evening following an altercation with a neighbor, later identified by authorities as 56-year-old Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez. Witness accounts shared with the police—and initially reported by TMZ—suggest that the confrontation escalated rapidly. Alvarez is accused of drawing a weapon and firing multiple shots at Joss, who was declared dead at the scene. Police arrested Alvarez just a block away, and he now faces murder charges.

Joss’s spouse, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, shared a heartfelt message through the late actor’s Facebook page, describing the shooting as the result of persistent harassment rooted in homophobia. He stated that the couple had reported various threats and discriminatory incidents over time, many involving anti-LGBTQ+ language, yet authorities reportedly did little to intervene.

“We Were Harassed Regularly…”

“We experienced constant harassment from people who made it known they didn’t approve of our relationship,” de Gonzales wrote. “Jonathan shoved me out of harm’s way. He saved me. He lost his life to someone who couldn’t tolerate seeing two men love each other.”

The couple had recently marked a joyful milestone by getting married on Valentine’s Day. Sadly, that joy turned to tragedy not long after, when their home was destroyed in a fire earlier this year. They believed the fire was intentionally set, possibly linked to the threats they had been receiving.

Jonathan Joss Remembered

Jonathan Joss was a highly regarded Native American actor and voice artist with a career spanning decades. He became the voice of John Redcorn in King of the Hill beginning in 1997 and continued until the show concluded. He also portrayed Chief Ken Hotate in Parks and Recreation, and appeared in notable productions such as True Grit, The Magnificent Seven, and most recently Tulsa King.

His untimely death has led to a wave of sorrow and anger from fans, colleagues, and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups alike. Many are demanding a full investigation into the crime’s motivations, as well as scrutiny over the lack of response to previous complaints.

As the tributes continue to flood in, friends and supporters are honoring Joss not only for his impactful work in television and film but also for his bravery, love, and unwavering commitment to his partner.