Fact Check: "Many people are saying the people who were killed were actors, not a real couple."
What We Know
The claim that the individuals involved in the recent shooting incident, specifically Jonathan Joss and his husband Tristan Kern de Gonzales, were actors and not a real couple is misleading. Jonathan Joss, known for his roles in the animated series King of the Hill and Parks and Recreation, was indeed shot dead in what his husband described as a homophobic attack. However, police have stated that they found no evidence to support the claim that this incident was a hate crime related to Joss's sexual orientation (BBC, NBC DFW). The couple was visiting the site of their former home when the shooting occurred, and the circumstances surrounding the incident have been described as tragic and deeply emotional (BBC).
Analysis
The assertion that the victims were "not a real couple" seems to stem from a misunderstanding or misrepresentation of the facts surrounding the incident. Jonathan Joss and Tristan Kern de Gonzales were legally married, having tied the knot on Valentine's Day prior to the shooting (BBC). Their relationship was characterized by love and commitment, as evidenced by Gonzales's statements about Joss's character and their life together (BBC).
The police investigation into the shooting has not found any evidence that would support claims of it being a hate crime, despite the husband's assertion. This highlights the importance of relying on verified information from law enforcement and credible news sources rather than speculation or unverified claims circulating online (NBC DFW).
Furthermore, the narrative that the incident involves actors being "not real" can be seen as an attempt to delegitimize the tragic event and the genuine grief experienced by those affected. Such claims can contribute to misinformation and distract from the serious nature of the crime and its implications.
Conclusion
The claim that the individuals involved in the shooting were "not a real couple" is False. Jonathan Joss and Tristan Kern de Gonzales were a legally married couple, and the tragic circumstances surrounding Joss's death have been confirmed by credible sources. The investigation has not substantiated claims of a hate crime, and the narrative suggesting otherwise appears to be rooted in misinformation.
Sources
- King of the Hill's John Redcorn actor shot dead
- Robert Blake, actor acquitted in wife's killing, dies at 89
- Actor Jonathan Joss shot dead in alleged homophobic attack
- 14 Celebrities Who — Yes, It's True — Killed People
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- Actors Who Have Killed People - Looper
- Jonathan Joss' husband claims actor's killing was ...
- Gene Hackman's handyman claims he tried to convince ...
