KCAL News anchor and three-time Emmy winner Chauncy Glover died suddenly Tuesday at the age of 39, sparking an outpouring of grief from fans in Los Angeles as well as Houston, where he was an ABC anchor for eight years.
Glover is remembered not only for his on-air charisma and journalistic passion, but also for his big heart and generous nature.
In 2017, he helped save a woman in labor and give birth to the baby while reporting on Hurricane Harvey, according to ABC13 in Houston. He founded a non-profit organization dedicated to the uplift of black and Latino youth in 2013 after covering a breaking news story in which he saw a high school student die on the streets of Detroit after being shot while trying to rob the basketball coach ball from his school.
Glover’s family has not shared any information about the circumstances of his death, but released a statement recognizing his impact on the communities he served through his journalism and philanthropy.
“Chauncy’s compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through Chauncy Glover Projecthas changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams,” the family wrote. “His talent, warmth and vision left an imprint on all who knew him, and the world is darker without him.”
Glove joins the KCAL team in October 2023 and co-anchored the 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts with Pat Harvey and the 8 and 10 p.m. newscasts with Suzie Suh. Before that, he spent eight years as the first black male presenter at KTRK in Houston and also reported for stations in Columbus, Georgia, Jacksonville, Florida, and Detroit.
A statement from CBS Stations described Glover as “a shining light” and said his thoughts were with his family.
“He was not only a respected journalist, but also a beloved member of our team whose warmth, infectious energy, passion for the work he did every day and, most importantly, his absolute kindness radiated and touched us all. We feel privileged to have worked alongside him.
Fans left mourning messages on Glover’s Instagram account.
“Houston TX was sad the day you announced you were leaving for LA, but you knew you would be a blessing to them as you were to us. You did so much for us during Harvey and so much for young men,” wrote one commenter from Texas. “Even though this news saddens us, we know that heaven has gained an angel.”
Glover was born in Athens, Alabama in 1985 and, according to his Organic KCALwas “bitten by the news bug at the age of 5” when his father built him a mini anchor office where he broadcast newscasts to his family every Sunday after church. Glover went on to study broadcast journalism, music and theater at Troy University before launching his television career at WTVM News Leader 9 in Columbus, Georgia.
In October 2023, Glover said joining KCAL gave him a chance to continue living his childhood dream.
“I am well aware of what KCAL means to Southern California and have long been an admirer of many of my new colleagues, including the legendary Pat Harvey – who is someone I hold in high regard as a journalist and who shares my love of singing and making a happy noise,” he said in a statement.
Glover was a man of many talents. He performed in several national plays and off-Broadway shows and was invited to sing at the funeral of civil rights activist Rosa Parks in Montgomery, Alabama. He also served as a motivational speaker, traveling the country speaking to the next generation of journalists.
His nonprofit, the Chauncy Glover Project, has sent more than 350 boys of color to college, mentored more than 1,000 young men and received recognition from former President Obama, according to Glover. Organic KCAL.
“You have changed my life a lot in the last 7 years, why yyyyyyy. I love you Chauncy,” one of his mentees wrote in a post on. “You have done a lot for me in the CGP program. Be calm. You have had a huge impact on my life.
His death came as a shock to his many fans accustomed to seeing him on KCAL’s nightly broadcasts.
“My heart is truly saddened today,” one commenter wrote on Instagram. “Tears immediately filled my eyes, I’m so sorry. …(You) will really be missed.
The Assn. National. Black Journalists released a statement on Glover’s death, remembering him as a “kind soul” and a “great encourager.” He has previously won the association’s Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award and Salute to Excellence Award.
