BREAKING: ‘King of the Hill' actor fatally shot in Texas
Actor Jonathan Joss, known for his role as John Redcorn in 'King of the Hill' has been fatally shot following an alleged argument with a neighbor in San Antonio, Texas, TMZ reports. Joss was 59 years old.
According to TMZ, San Antonio Police and eyewitness reports indicate an argument between Joss and his neighbor the night of Sunday, June 1. Witnesses say the argument escalated and Joss's neighbor pulled out a gun and allegedly fired several shots at Joss before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
TMZ reports San Antonio Police have apprehended the suspect.
The actor made headlines earlier in the year when he publicly expressed his frustrations with being excluded from events and celebrations related to the Hulu 'King of the Hill' revival coming August 4, despite having allegedly recorded dialogue for four episodes.
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