Jonathan Joss, the beloved voice behind John Redcorn in King of the Hill, has tragically died after being shot multiple times in Texas.

San Antonio police confirmed the 59-year-old actor was killed on Saturday (May 31) following what TMZ described as “a heated argument” with a neighbor.

Officers responded to the scene while the shooting was still in progress and found Joss near the road with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite attempts to revive him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to police reports, the suspected shooter, 56-year-old Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, has been detained and charged with first-degree murder. His bond is currently set at $200,000, and a court date has been scheduled for August.

In a heartfelt Facebook post, Joss’s husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, said the actor was “murdered by someone who could not stand the sight of two men loving each other”.

"Jonathan is my husband. He gave me more love in our time together than most people ever get. We were newlyweds. We picked Valentines Day. We were in the process of looking for a trailer and planning our future," he continued. "I was with him when he passed. I told him how much he was loved.”

However, the San Antonio Police Department later stated that “no evidence” has been found to indicate the shooting was motivated by Joss’s sexual orientation.

“SAPD investigators handle these allegations very seriously and have thoroughly reviewed all available information. Should any new evidence come to light, the suspect will be charged accordingly,” the department said.

The late actor first rose to prominence in the late ‘90s when he took over the role of John Redcorn in King of the Hill after the death of original actor Victor Aaron in 1996.

He voiced the character from season two through the show’s end in 2010, and had even recorded new material for a reboot set to air later this year.

Per Variety, series creators Mike Judge, Greg Daniels, and Saladin Patterson paid tribute in a joint statement: “Jonathan Joss brought King of the Hill’s ‘John Redcorn’ to life for over a dozen seasons, including in the upcoming revival. His voice will be missed at King of the Hill, and we extend our deepest condolences to Jonathan’s friends and family.”

Joss’s impact went beyond animation. He was known to Parks and Recreation fans as Chief Ken Hotate, appearing opposite Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman.

Offerman, who played Ron Swanson, said: “Jonathan was such a sweet guy and we loved having him as our Chief Ken Hotate.” He described the loss as a “terrible tragedy” and said the cast had been “texting together about it all day and we’re just heartbroken.”

Chris Pratt, who acted alongside Joss in The Magnificent Seven remake, shared his sorrow: “Always such a kind dude. Sad to see. Prayers up. Hug your loved ones," The Independent reported.

In addition to True Grit, The Forever Purge, and Ray Donovan, Joss also had a musical side, performing in The Red Corn Band - a nod to his iconic animated role.

Just days before his death, he posted: “Last night’s gig was amazing – huge thanks to everyone who came out and showed us love! We’re feeling so grateful for the support and good vibes.”

Fans took to social media to mourn the loss. “I’m never going to forget how incredibly kind you always were to me. You were a pivotal part of my childhood, and John Redcorn will ALWAYS live on,” one wrote. Another said: “Jonathan Joss... unfathomably sad. Sending all my thoughts to his loved ones.”

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Stevie Lee, star of Jackass, American Horror Story and former TNA wrestler, has passed away, it's reported.

Lee, who appeared on screen in the now-legendary Jackass series, as well as in American Horror Story, Baby Fever The Movie and Oz the Great and Powerful passed away at his home on Wednesday September 9.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to cover the costs of Lee's funeral, with the aim of giving him "one last curtain call".

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A statement on the page reads:

"Steve "Puppet The Psycho Dwarf" Lee Richardson unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at his home in the morning. He was beloved by many and has many friends that were family, fans that adored him, but only his brother Jim left to take care of final arrangements. Puppet has put smiles across the world with his hardcore attitude and lifestyle. He is a legend in the art of Midget Wrestling. He needs our help to give him one last curtain call. Please donate what you can, share his memories with everyone, and share this fundraiser to give the Psycho Dwarf the best resting place possible. All proceeds will be given to Jim Richardson to handle the services/burial costs. Thank you all so much and Puppet, we love you brother!"

Meanwhile, Impact Wrestling has taken to Twitter to share its condolences and pay tribute to Lee. A message from the account reads:

"It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Stevie Lee, better known as "Puppet The Psycho Dwarf" in the early days of TNA. We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family."

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And people have been taking to Twitter to share their own tributes to Lee. Professional wrestler Frankie Kazarian wrote, "RIP Stevie Lee aka Puppet the Psycho Dwarf. I’ll never forget the crazy tour of the UK we shared and the fun we all had. Godspeed my friend."

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"This year sucks Stevie Lee was one of the toughest guys ever may he rest in eternal peace."

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Our thoughts are with Stevie Lee's family, friends and fans at this time.

Comedian Bob Newhart has died at the age of 94, his publicist has confirmed.

His longtime publicist Jerry Digney told the New York Post in a press release that Newhart died following "a series of short illnesses".

The legendary comedian's career began in the 1950s as a stand-up comedian after a stint in the army when he became known as "the funny guy in the barracks" during the Korean War, he told the outlet in 2020.

His first big break came while working in Chicago in an accounting job, when he began making funny phone calls to a friend to pass the time, before sending the recordings to radio stations. It was this that caught the attention of the then-president of Warner Bros. Records, James Conkling, who booked him in the Houston nightclub and recorded his performances.

His career began in earnest when his comedy routine, The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart, won a Grammy Award as Album of the Year at the 1961 Grammys, becoming the first comedy album to get that accolade.

Newhart said in 2020: "They didn’t even have a category for comedy at that time. It beat out [Harry] Belafonte, Sinatra and an Elvis album [Are You Lonesome Tonight?]. They kept calling my name and I kept walking up there and thanking them for the awards."

This eventually led to him getting his own TV series, The Bob Newhart Show and Newhart, which ran in the 1970s and 1980s.

He told Los Angeles Magazine in 1990 of his style of comedy: "I tend to find humor in the macabre.

"I would say 85% of me is what you see on the show. And the other 15% is a very sick man with a very deranged mind."

As well as his own shows, Newhart has also starred in many blockbuster films including Elf, Legally Blonde 2, Horrible Bosses, and In and Out, as well as TV series including The Big Bang Theory and Young Sheldon, as well as ER.

Throughout his career, he was nominated for 10 Emmys, winning one for his role on The Big Bang Theory.

In his personal life, Newhart was married to Virginia Quinn from 1964 until her death in 2023, and the couple shared four children - Robert, Timothy, Jennifer, and Courtney - and also had 10 grandchildren.

Speaking of his legacy, Newhart previously told PBS: "People more and more come up to me saying thank you for all the laughter.

"And my reaction is always the same. It was my pleasure. And that’s the truth."

Our thoughts remain with Newhart's family, friends, and fans at this heartbreaking time.

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The Office is arguably one of the most popular sitcoms of all time, as millions of people still enjoy it over a decade after it finished.

The cast was a huge part of what made it so entertaining for viewers, but sadly, we have lost some of them since the conclusion of the show.

Here are some of those actors who have sadly passed away:

Hugh Dane

Although he didn't have a huge speaking role in the show, Dane portrayed the security guard of the office building, Hank Tate. He popped up in various episodes throughout the series, notably during season four's "night out" episode, where the primary cast struggles to remember his name.

Dane sadly passed away in 2018 from pancreatic cancer; he was 75.

Patrice O'Neal

Patrice O'Neal played Lonny Collins, a recurring character in the warehouse. If you're struggling to place the character name, it's because Michael referred to him as "Sea Monster."

Outside of The Office, O'Neal was a stand-up comedian. He sadly died in November 2011 from complications due to a stroke. He was 41.

Ken Howard

Ken Howard only appeared in one episode of The Office, but his presence was felt in the early seasons. Howard played Ed Truck, the old regional manager of Dunder Mifflin Scranton.

He appeared in season two, but his lasting impact was in season three when Michael struggled to come to terms with his death, after Creed explained that Ed Truck was decapitated.

Howard died in March 2016 at 71 years old.

Ranjit Chowdry

Ranjit Chowdry only appeared in a few episodes, yet each of his lines were incredibly quotable. Chowdry played Vikram, who met Michael when he was forced to become a telemarketer to get some extra cash. Michael then later attempted to hire Vikram for the Michael Scott Paper Company, which ultimately didn't pan out.

Chowdry died in April 2020 after emergency surgery to correct a ruptured ulcer. He was 65 years old. 

John Ingle

John Ingle was in a single episode of The Office, yet without his character, Dunder Mifflin simply wouldn't exist. Ingle played Robert Dunder, co-founder of the company, and Michael sought his expertise when he felt that Ryan was discriminating against the older employees.

Ingle died in September 2012 at the age of 84 following cancer-related complications.

Peggy Stewart

Peggy Stewart was introduced to The Office during Jim and Pam's wedding as Pam's conservative grandmother, Sylvia Beesly.

Stewart passed away in 2019, just weeks after her 96th birthday.

Connie Sawyer

Another grandmother in The Office, Connie Sawyer, played Michael's "Nana Scott," whom he seeks financial investment from to get his new company off the ground.

Sadly for Michael, she was unwilling to invest as his business plan did not match her standards.

Sawyer passed away in 2019 at the age of 105.

Hansford Rowe

Hansford Rowe is another actor who only had a brief part in the office, but left a very lasting impression. Playing Phyliss' father who stole the show at her wedding by walking down the aisle - much to the dismay of Michael who was in charge of pushing his wheelchair.

Rowe sadly died in a car accident in California in 2017 at the age of 93.

George Ives

Another member of Phyliss' family was Uncle Al, portrayed by George Ives. After being kicked out of the wedding, Michael redeemed himself by finding Uncle Al, an elderly man with dementia, who had gone missing.

Ives died in 2013 at the age of 87.

Brad William Henke

Brad William Henke played one of the villains of The Office, after his character, Frank, vandalised Pam's mural and then attempted to assault her in the car park.

Henke, a former NFL player who appeared in Super Bowl XXIV for the Denver Broncos, had to cut his football career short in the 90's due to an injury.

Henke died in his sleep at the age of 56 in November 2022.

Alan Fudge

Alan Fudge played Alan Brand, the CEO of Dunder Mifflin, who steered the company into bankruptcy. Fudge passed away due to lung and liver cancer in 2011 at the age of 67.

Georgia Engel

Georgia Engel was involved in season eight of The Office after Erin decided she wanted to stay in Florida following a work trip. She decides to become a live-in maid to Irene, played by Engel.

She died in 2019, aged 70.

Cloris Leachman

Cloris Leachman had one of the funniest parts of The Office, as she played Lily, a character in a romance film that Jim, Pam, and Andy watch together. Starring opposite Jack Black, the fake movie sure left a lasting impact on audiences.

Leachman died in 2021 at the age of 94.

Weston Nathanson

Weston Nathanson played a small part as a Civil War archivist during season eight's episode "Gettysburg".

He died in 2023, aged 84.

Swati Chokalingam

Swati Chokalingam played Kelly's mother in the show, but she sadly passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2012. Kelly's parents were portrayed by Mindy Kaling's actual parents.

Following the death of her mother, Kaling - who played Kelly - became an ambassador for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

Nick Lashaway

Nick Lashaway was another employee at the telemarketing company who was highly impressed by Michael.

Tragically, Lashaway lost his life in a car crash in Framingham, Massachusetts in 2016. He was 28.

Mark York

Mark York played William "Billy" Merchan, the owner of the building where The Office is set.

York, who was involved in a car accident in 1995 that led to him being a wheelchair user, passed away in 2021 at the age of 55.

Dan Cole

Dan Cole appeared in the season two episode "Valentine's Day" as the branch manager of Dunder Mifflin Buffalo. He appeared in two further episodes after this.

Cole passed away in 2024 at the age of 60 after a prolonged illness. 

Ed Lauter

Ed Lauter played Sam Stone Sr., an elderly man whom Dwight and Andy were keen to win the business of. Sadly for them, it was Stone's son who was actually in charge of the business.

Lauter passed away in 2013 at the age of 74.

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Jerry Springer has died at the age of 79, TMZ has reported.

Springer was best known as the host of the popular talk show The Jerry Springer Show - a gig he held for 27 years (from 1991 to 2018).

A spokesman for the family, Jene Galvin, revealed that the TV personality was diagnosed with cancer some months ago, and this week, his condition worsened. He ultimately passed away at his home in Chicago.

According to the outlet, Galvin said: "Jerry's ability to connect with people was at the heart of his success in everything he tried whether that was politics, broadcasting or just joking with people on the street who wanted a photo or a word.

"He's irreplaceable and his loss hurts immensely, but memories of his intellect, heart and humor will live on."

Before his career in television, he worked as a politician and ran an ultimately unsuccessful campaign for US Congress in 1970. He was elected to Cincinnati's City Council in 1971, becoming the city's mayor in 1977, where he served one term.

He would later become a worldwide name with his self-titled show which first hit screens in 1991.

The Jerry Springer Show was known for giving a platform to troubled guests with outrageous stories and an enthusiastic audience that chanted 'Jerry! Jerry!" each and every episode.

Tributes have been pouring in on social media for the legendary TV host since news of his sudden passing emerged.

One fan wrote: "If I wasn't watching wrestling back on the 90s I was damn sure watching Jerry Springer. Man I hate to to hear this."

Another person shared a clip of an episode of Springer's iconic syndicated show, writing: "Rest In Peace to one of the GOATS of hosting, Jerry Springer. Many know him from his scripted famous Jerry Springer Show, but before that, he had serious discussions about real-life topics. Legendary episodes like this clip."

A third penned: "Just saw the news that Jerry Springer passed away. So many of us watched when we were home from school. Crazy how time flies… And how crazy those shows would be!  Yet then… 'Until next time, take care of yourself and each other.' Until next time, Jerry!"

A forth wrote: "We spent many a night-shift lunchtime watching his show in the cafeteria. Thanks for the entertainment, Jerry Springer! #RIP."

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