First Look at Adult Bobby Hill from King of the Hill Reboot Leaks Online

Fans of King of the Hill were in for a surprise this week when a leaked photo of a grown-up Bobby Hill surfaced on social media. The image, posted by Out of Context 24th Century Fox on X , showcases Bobby in a chef’s outfit, teasing the future of the beloved character in Hulu’s upcoming revival of the series.

“Here’s the first look of Adult Bobby for the upcoming Hulu revival of King of the Hill. Posted by Grey Delisle,” the tweet reads. With over 700,000 views, the post quickly gained traction, sparking excitement and debate among fans. Although the photo was initially attributed to voice actress Grey DeLisle, it no longer appears on her Instagram, leading to speculation about its origin.

According to Screen Rant, the reboot will pick up with Bobby at 21 years old, following the original series, which ended with Bobby discovering his talent for evaluating beef quality—an emotional turning point in his relationship with his father, Hank Hill. In the leaked photo, Bobby is shown as a robata chef, blending Texas barbecue traditions with Japanese flavors, drawing on his childhood memories. A biography accompanying the image reads:

“Chef Bobby Hill has loved food his whole life… From weeknights eating his mom’s ‘Spa-Peggy and Meatballs,’ to grilling with his dad, food has always been at the heart of his fondest memories.”

Bobby’s new culinary journey also reflects his Texas roots with a twist, combining robata-style cooking—a Japanese barbecue technique—with German influences from the Texas Hill Country.

The leaked image has stirred up a range of reactions among fans. Some are thrilled to see Bobby pursuing his passion:

“Aw. He became a chef. Good for him,” one fan commented. Others appreciated the care put into his new design, with another fan saying: “Okay, you know what? I was skeptical, but this design has so much love. I’m excited.”

However, not all reactions were positive. One user criticized the design, saying: “Why is he still fat and his face the same? Be creative—send him through puberty.” Another joked, “Bobby just stuck on fake whiskers; he still looks 12.”

Bobby’s transformation into a robata chef signals a creative new direction for the reboot, promising fresh storytelling while keeping the heart of the original series intact. The Hulu revival marks a new chapter for fans of the show, which originally aired from 1997 to 2010.

As fans eagerly await the official premiere, speculation continues about how Bobby’s culinary journey will reconnect him with his father Hank and other familiar faces from Arlen, Texas.

Are you excited to see Bobby Hill’s transformation in the King of the Hill reboot? Do you think his new role as a chef fits the character? Share your thoughts in the comments below!