Actor Shot After Argument With Neighbor
Jonathan Joss, a famous actor from TV shows like King of the Hill and Parks and Recreation, was shot and killed in Texas. He was 59 years old.
Police say the suspect is Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, a neighbor who was arrested soon after the shooting. Ceja has been charged with first-degree murder.
What Happened?
The shooting happened on Sunday outside Joss's old home in San Antonio, Texas. According to reports:
- Joss's house burned down in February, killing his three dogs
- He returned to the property to collect a check for fire victims
- When he saw the remains of one of his dogs, he became upset
- He started yelling at neighbors, including Ceja
- Ceja allegedly drove by and shot Joss before driving away
Emergency workers arrived but couldn't save Joss. He died at the scene.
Husband Says It Was a Hate Crime
Joss's husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, posted on Facebook that this was a homophobic hate crime. He wrote:
"When we returned to the site to check our mail we discovered the skull of one of our dogs and its harness placed in clear view. This caused both of us severe emotional distress."
Gonzales says a man then approached them, yelled homophobic slurs, and shot Joss. He believes his husband saved his life by pushing him out of the way.
Years of Threats
Gonzales says they had received threats for over two years from people who didn't accept their relationship:
- Neighbors had threatened to burn their house down
- They reported these threats to police multiple times
- Their house did burn down in February
- They lost everything, including Joss's childhood home built by his father
"He was murdered by someone who could not stand the sight of two men loving each other," Gonzales wrote.
About Jonathan Joss
Joss was best known for playing:
- John Redcorn on King of the Hill (1997-2010)
- Chief Ken Hotate on Parks and Recreation
He and Gonzales had just gotten married on Valentine's Day 2025 and were planning to rebuild their lives after the fire.
What Happens Next?
- Ceja is in jail with bail set at $200,000
- His first court date is in August
- Police are still investigating
- Gonzales says he will continue Joss's legacy
The case has brought attention to issues of homophobia and how police handle threats against LGBTQ+ people.
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