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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jonathon Joss dead at 59: All on his husband, loss of childhood home and beloved dogs
Jonathan Joss, an actor who garnered fame for voicing King of the Hill's John Redcorn, was shot and killed in Texas following a heated argument with his neighbor on Saturday. He is survived by his husband. According to reports, San Antonio Police officers discovered Joss, 59, next to the road after being called in as the shooting was taking place. He was declared dead on the spot despite an attempt to resuscitate him. The shooter was later taken into custody, but officers are yet to make any statement on the tragic incident, as per TMZ. His demise comes months after Joss lost his house and two dogs in a fire in January. The house, as per him, was constructed by his in the 1950s. Earlier this year, he posted on Facebook, 'We may have lost our home, but not our hope. 'We're moving forward with love, humor, and a little elbow grease…and we're incredibly grateful for every ounce of support,' he added. Before his demise, Joss was in Austin, Texas, in a bid to offer The Redcorn Experience to his fans. According to Facebook, the grand event featured a meet and greet with Joss, live music, and a Q&A session. In a May 25 Facebook post, Joss wrote, 'We're bringing stories, laughs, music, and that unmistakable Redcorn energy to the heart of Texas for one unforgettable night. Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious what the spirit of Redcorn is all about — this is for you.' Following the event, Joss wrote on Facebook that he and his husband were looking for a ride back to San Antonio. Also Read: Is it safe to travel to Italy's Sicily? Red code warning issued after 'intense' Mount Etna eruption He lost everything earlier this year when a fire destroyed his San Antonio home. 'This wasn't just any home - it was the house his father built for his mother in 1957, filled with a lifetime of memories,' read the GoFundMe description. A GoFundMe established on his behalf claims that Joss lost his childhood home and belongings, along with three cherished dogs. Meanwhile, several fans expressed outrage over the shooting incident that claimed the life of Joss. "They took my brother away from me man…Jonathan Joss aka John Redcorn….i love you brother until i see you again,' one [person wrote on X. 'John Redcorn was pretty much the only contemporary Native representation I had in comedy growing up. Probably the funniest Native character in cartoon history and a lot of that was on Jonathan Joss' pitch perfect rezzy uncle performance. RIP to one of the best to ever do it,' another reacted.
News24
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- News24
Heartbreak in Knysna as racing driver dies at 15th Simola Hillclimb
What was meant to be one of the most exciting events of the year on the South African motorsport calendar has ended in heartbreak as racing driver Pieter Joubert died at the 15th Simola Hillclimb in Knysna on Sunday morning. "Knysna Speed Festival, the organisers of the Simola Hillclimb, have confirmed seasoned competitor Pieter Joubert sadly passed away in an accident today," the organisers said. "Joubert was out on his first run on day two of King of the Hill when he lost control of his Lotus on the fast uphill straight and veered off the course after it appeared that something broke on the car. "The scene was immediately attended to by the event's on-site medical, fire and emergency crews, but sadly, Joubert was pronounced deceased on the scene. Authorities are following all of the required protocols for an incident of this nature." His family, in attendance at the event, are being supported by the organisers. Pieter was driving the #40 2006 Lotus Exige with a 6.2-litre naturally-aspirated V8 Mercedes-AMG engine under the bonnet. While some racing drivers and spectators have packed up early after the tragic incident, the event will continue later on Sunday afternoon at the request of the Joubert family. Pieter, along with his two brothers, Dawie and Charl Joubert, has been a regular competitor at the annual motorsport event, which sees thousands of South Africans make their way to the picturesque town of Knysna for the three-day event. This is the first fatal accident during the event's 15-year history. According to the event spokesperson, the Joubert family expressed their wishes that the event continues in honour of Pieter. Some of the competitors have elected to withdraw, and all the demo runs have been cancelled. A shortened programme is likely to resume on Sunday afternoon. "We are exceptionally saddened by this incident, and our thoughts and condolences are with Pieter's family, team and friends," says Ian Shrosbree, MD of Knysna Speed Festival. "Pieter's brothers Dawie and Charl, who have also been competing, have expressed their wishes for us to continue with the event." Below is an interview with Pieter in 2022:
The Citizen
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
New king awaits crowing as Knysna readies for Simola Hillclimb
Won last year overall by Robert Wolk, the 2025 edition of the Simola climb promises to be even more spectacular. A familiar and still growing in popularity fixture on the local motorsport calendar, the 18th running of the Simola Hillclimb kick-off this weekend with the aim of crowing a new King of the Hill. Event unfolds An accolade currently held by Robert Wolk, who last year set a time of 37.403 seconds up the 1.9 km stretch of Knysna road in his Pilbeam MP58 single-seat prototype, the 18th edition officially starts on Saturday (3 May) with practise and qualifying before the main event on Sunday (4 May). ALSO READ: Simola crowns its new king Event scrutineering and the traditional late afternoon parade through the streets of Knysna on Friday (2 May) kicks the event officially off, campaigned by cars in 20 different class ranging from A1 to C6. Among the headlines, which this year includes multiple World Rallycross champion John Kristoffersson in his official all-electric Volkswagen Polo RX1e, long-time event sponsor, Suzuki, will fuel three vehicles in two classes. Suzuki ready Competing in the A1, well-known motoring personality, commentator, racing driver and Ignition TV presenter, Ernest Page, will be out in the latest generation Swift powered by the firm's new three-cylinder 1.2-litre engine. In the same class, former woman's land speed record holder, Group N driver and current Wiele2Wiele journalist, Jeanette Kok-Kritzinger, will be out in the previous generation Swift Sport motivated by the 1.4-litre Boosterjet engine. Long time sponsor Suzuki will field three official vehicles; the previous generation Swift Sport for former Group N driver and journalist Jeanette Kok-Kritzinger, the latest generation Swift for motoring personality and TV presenter Ernest Page, and a Jimny for motoring journalist Sean Nurse. Image: Suzuki Finally, the specialist B9 class for standard bakkies and SUVs will be the domain of AutoTrader journalist, Sean Nurse. The reigning champion of the Toyota GR Cup media section, Nurse will field the three-door version of the Jimny GLX fitted with the five-speed manual gearbox. Besides the headline international act of Swede Kristoffersson and reigning champion Wolk others include outright Simola record holder Andre Bezuidenhout (Gould GR55B), Pieter Zeelie (Toyota MR2 Turbo), Franco Scribante (Nissan GT-R Hillclimb), Reghard Roets (Nissan GT-R), Dawie Joubert (Lotus Exige) and Charl Arangies (Porsche 911 GT3 R). Co-sponsored this year by bp for the first time, more information can be found at NOW READ: Bezuidenhout retains Simola Hillclimb King of Hill crown
