'King of the Hill' actor Jonathan Joss's neighbor charged with murder

Entertainment Nov 19, 2025

Jonathan Joss, known for Parks and Recreation and voicing John Redcorn in King of the Hill, was shot and killed outside his San Antonio home on June 1.
His neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, was indicted for murder after police claimed he confessed but is currently out on bail.

Alleged hate crime motive and Joss's legacy

Joss's husband believes the killing was a hate crime, saying Alvarez used homophobic slurs during the incident.
The San Antonio police chief admitted their initial statement was premature and apologized to the LGBTQ+ community, promising a full investigation.
Joss's passing at 59 has left many in Hollywood mourning; he appeared posthumously in the recent King of the Hill reboot, with co-stars sharing heartfelt tributes.