Actor Johnny Hardwick

Johnny Hardwick

1958 - 2023
John Michael Hardwick (December 31, 1958 – c. August 8, 2023) was an American voice actor, comedian, writer, producer and YouTuber. He was best known as the voice of Dale Gribble in the animated American television series King of the Hill. He also served as a staff writer, story editor, and producer on the show. He was nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards three times, winning once in 1999 with the rest of King of the Hill's production team.

Hardwick was found dead at home in Austin on August 8, 2023, at the age of 64. In November, it was reported that his body was found badly decomposed and a cause of death could not be immediately established.