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Actor Jonathan Joss was shot to demise in San Antonio on Sunday.
In line with preliminary reviews, Joss — who was finest recognized for his recurring roles on Parks and Recreation and King of the Hill — was killed throughout a confrontation with a neighbor.
Witnesses inform the San Antonio Police Division that the combat broke out on town’s south facet on Sunday evening.
Jonathan Joss throughout considered one of his appearances on ‘Parks and Recreation.’ (NBC)
Paramedics rushed to the scene however had been unable to save lots of Joss’ life. He was simply 59 years previous.
Police apprehended the person they consider to be accountable for the taking pictures one block from his residence. Sigfredo Alvarez-Cega has reportedly been charged with homicide. His bail has been set at $200,000.
It’s unclear what sparked the confrontation between the neighbors.
A tragic finish for a beloved expertise
Joss portrayed John Redcorn on King of the Hill for 13 seasons. He additionally returned for the Hulu revival sequence, which is about to debut in August.
Simply final week, Joss attended the ATX TV Competition in Austin to advertise the present.
He additionally performed Chief Ken Hotate on 5 episodes of the beloved NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation.
Jonathan Joss voiced the character of John Redcorn on Fox’s ‘King of the Hill.’ (Fox)
Joss collected dozens of credit over the course of his prolonged profession, with appearances on TV exhibits like Tulsa King and Ray Donovan, in addition to in movies comparable to True Grit and The Magnificent Seven.
“John Redcorn was pretty much the only contemporary Native representation I had in comedy growing up,” TV author Joey Clift tweeted.
“In all probability the funniest Native character in cartoon historical past and a whole lot of that was on Jonathan Joss’ pitch good rezzy uncle efficiency. RIP to among the finest to ever do it.
“Jonathan Joss… unfathomably sad. Sending all my thoughts to his loved ones,” one other consumer wrote.
“RIP Jonathan Joss. You brought us so much joy for your roles. My siblings and I love quoting ‘Doobee doobee.’ I hope he can finally be at peace,” a 3rd added, referring to considered one of Joss’ memorable strains on Parks & Rec.
Our ideas exit to Joss’ family members throughout this enormously difficcult time.
We’ll have additional updates on this growing story as new info turns into accessible.
