Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Musician |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 22/12/1965 |
| Age | 59 years (died on 01, Jun, 2025) |
| Birthplace | San Antonio, Texas, USA |
| Date of Death | 01/06/2025 |
Latest News about Jonathan Joss
01/06/2025
Jonathan Joss, the acclaimed actor and voice of John Redcorn in 'King of the Hill' and Chief Ken Hotate in 'Parks and Recreation', was shot and killed on June 1, 2025, at age 59. The incident occurred following a long-standing feud with a neighbor and has been characterized by many as a hate-fueled attack, highlighting the dangers faced by queer Indigenous individuals.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Jonathan Joss Gonzales |
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| Famous for | Voice of John Redcorn in 'King of the Hill' (seasons 2-13) and recurring role as Chief Ken Hotate in 'Parks and Recreation'. Also known for his work as a musician with The Red Corn Band and as an advocate for Indigenous and LGBTQ+ communities. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' (183 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | McCollum High School, San Antonio |
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| Educational Qualification | Degree in Theater and Speech from Our Lady of the Lake University |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Heritage | White Mountain Apache and Comanche |
Relationships & More
| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 14/02/2025 |
| Husband | Tristan Kern de Gonzales |
Family
| Father | (co-owned a restaurant in San Antonio) (Deceased) |
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| Mother | (co-owned a restaurant in San Antonio) |
| Spouse | Tristan Kern de Gonzales |
Career
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| Career Highlights | Jonathan had a diverse career as an actor and voice artist, lending his voice in various video games and animated series. He replaced Victor Aaron as the voice of John Redcorn in 1997 after Aaron's death in 1996. He was also frontman of the entertainment group The Red Corn Band and was a fierce advocate for Indigenous and LGBTQ+ representation in entertainment. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/originalredcorn/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.joss.3 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jonathan Joss had a unique heritage of Comanche and White Mountain Apache. | |
| 2. He spent significant time in his youth working at his family's Mexican restaurant, where he learned to cook. | |
| 3. He experienced a tragic fire at his home in January 2025, resulting in the loss of three dogs. | |
| 4. Joss faced a long-standing feud with a neighbor which ended in his tragic death due to a gunshot wound. | |
| 5. He was known for having faced verbal abuse and threats for many years due to his sexuality. | |
| 6. He met filmmaker Mark A. Watson at McCollum High School, with whom he collaborated on numerous plays while studying drama and singing in the chorus. |