Actor discussing transition from portraying Dale in King of the Hill's original series to the new role, states: "I believe it's a significant improvement for society and culture to be in this new position."
In the world of animated television, King of the Hill is making a comeback, and fans are eager to see what's in store for the beloved characters. One significant change is the casting of Toby Huss as Dale Gribble, a role originally played by the late Johnny Hardwick.
Huss, who has voiced characters on King of the Hill since its original run, including Cotton Hill and Kahn Souphanousinphone Sr., is now stepping into the shoes of Dale Gribble. The cast was thrilled to have Huss, a fellow voice actor, join the revival.
Unfortunately, Hardwick passed away in 2023, and Huss's role as Dale Gribble is a fitting tribute to the original actor. Huss's performance has been met with praise, capturing the essence of Dale's character while bringing a unique touch of his own.
Meanwhile, a new voice actor has been cast for Kahn Souphanousinphone Sr. Ronny Chieng, a Malaysian actor, will be taking over the role. The change was made to cast the character more authentically and reflect current cultural sensibilities, as Toby Huss, a white actor, originally voiced the Laotian character.
The producers and showrunner Saladin Patterson emphasized that the recasting was not debated—it was intended to align with a more grounded, authentic casting approach given the evolving views on representation in animation.
Despite some negative reactions online, the official reasoning remains focused on authenticity and cultural respect in casting. Huss himself has expressed his support for this decision, believing it's important to ask and give answers, and if answers mean corrections, then corrections should be made.
As for the new season, King of the Hill season 14 is now streaming on Hulu. A review of the season is available, praising the show's ability to tackle current issues while maintaining the humour and heart that made it a fan favourite.
In addition, a list of the best new TV shows coming in 2025 and beyond is available for those looking for more entertainment options. With King of the Hill's return, it's an exciting time for animation enthusiasts.
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- Fans eager for the revival of King of the Hill can stream season 14 on Hulu, which tackles current issues while maintaining its humour and heart.
- A review of the new season praises the show's ability to blend entertainment with cultural sensibilities, as seen in the recasting of the character Kahn Souphanousinphone.
- In the realm of social-media, varying opinions on the casting changes in King of the Hill have sparked discussions among enthusiasts and critics alike.
- Movies-and-TV domains such as THR, Animation World Network, TV Guide, Variety, and IGN have covered the latest updates on King of the Hill, including the casting of Toby Huss as Dale Gribble and the recasting of Kahn Souphanousinphone to reflect cultural sensitivity.
- Huss, along with other celebrities, has shown support for the authentic casting approach in animation, even welcoming the correction of past representation issues in order to promote diversity and cultural respect in the industry.
