Actor Jonathan Joss Fatally Shot Amidst Years of Homophobic Harassment

On June 1st, 2025, Jonathan Joss, an actor known for his voice work in King of the Hill and Parks and Recreation, was fatally shot in San Antonio, Texas. His husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, shared a heartbreaking Facebook post detailing years of homophobic harassment and threats the couple had endured from their neighbors. "That home was burned down after over two years of threats from people in the area who were openly hostile to our relationship," de Gonzales wrote. He described the terrifying discovery of their dog's skull left as a message before the shooting. The neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, was arrested but later released on bond. This tragedy underscores the alarming rise in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, fueled in part by the inflammatory rhetoric of some political figures. De Gonzales's statement serves as a powerful testament to the dangers faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and the urgent need for increased protection and understanding.