US news anchor Chauncy Glover has died “unexpectedly” aged 39.
His family confirmed the news in a statement to KCAL News, the Los Angeles outlet for which the three-time Emmy Award winner worked.
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The statement did not disclose his cause of death.
“We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy’s beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy,” the statement read.
“He was more than a son and brother – he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community.”
The family went on to address his passion for the Chauncy Glover Project, an extensive, hands-on mentoring program focusing on helping Black and Latino boys grow into “upstanding and accomplished men”.
“Chauncy’s compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams,” his family said.
“His talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him.”
“While we grieve this profound loss, we are comforted by the outpouring of love and memories shared by those who knew Chauncy as the passionate, gifted soul he was.
“We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn and honour his incredible legacy. He was taken from us far too soon, but his impact will be felt forever.”
Chauncy worked in Florida, Georgia, Michigan and Texas before joining KCAL in California.
KCAL said in a statement: “Anchor and Emmy Award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died unexpectedly at the age of 39.
“For the past year, he has co-anchored the 5 and 11pm newscasts with Pat Harvey and shared the desk with Suzie Suh at KCAL News at 8 and 10pm.
“Along with a passion for journalism, Chauncy also focused on the communities he served in, whether it was through his storytelling or his outreach.”
In October 2023, Glover joined the KCAL News Anchor Team after spending eight years working in Houston.
At Houston’s KTRK he was the first Black male main evening anchor.
Viewers of KCAL took to the news outlet’s Instagram tribute to express their grief.
“This is heartbreaking! I adored him,” one said.
“RIP. Damn he was a good newscaster,” a second said.
“OMG he was a breath of fresh air I loved all the work he did in Detroit and I know he would’ve had a huge impact on the LA community,” added another.
A fourth wrote: “I loved watching him every night. I’m in disbelief”.