Breaking: Popular actor shot dead

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Renowned Native American actor Jonathan Joss has been tragically shot and killed in San Antonio, Texas, America.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) reports that the 59-year-old actor, widely known for voicing John Redcorn in the animated series King of the Hill, was killed during a neighbourhood dispute.

San Antonio Police confirmed that the incident occurred on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

According to an official statement released Monday, Joss was shot by his neighbour, identified as 56-year-old Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez.

Authorities say Alvarez has been arrested and formally charged with murder.

At the time of filing this report, the cause of the fatal dispute has not been made public.

Investigators have launched a probe into the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.

Jonathan Joss was a respected actor of Native American heritage, born in San Antonio, Texas, in 1965.

He gained prominence not only for his role in King of the Hill but also for performances in Parks and Recreation, Walker, Texas Ranger, and the film Comanche Moon.

Joss was often celebrated for portraying Indigenous characters and for bringing authenticity and visibility to Native American roles in Hollywood.

His death has triggered a wave of mourning within the entertainment industry and among Indigenous communities across the United States.

Fans and fellow actors have taken to social media to express their shock and grief over the sudden loss.

Many described him as a talented, warm, and culturally grounded performer who broke barriers for Native representation on screen.

The tragic killing has also reignited conversations around gun violence and conflict resolution in residential neighbourhoods.

Community members in San Antonio have expressed concern over the increasing frequency of violent altercations among neighbours.

Local authorities have assured the public that the investigation is ongoing and that more details will be released as they become available.

Meanwhile, tributes continue to pour in for Joss, whose work helped reshape how Native American stories are told in American media.

Jonathan Joss is survived by his family and a legacy of cultural pride, artistic achievement, and unwavering commitment to Indigenous visibility.

DDM will continue to follow developments in this case as more information emerges.

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