Emmy Award-winning news anchor Chauncy Glover has died at the age of 39

Three-time Emmy Award-winning news anchor Chauncy Glover has died at the age of 39.

The Alabama native’s heartbroken family broke the news of his sudden death to KCAL News, where Glover had worked as an anchor since October 2023.

Glover’s cause of death was not released.

“We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy’s loving family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy,” his family said in a statement.

“He was more than a son and brother – he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community.”

During his career, Glover started a successful mentoring program in 2014, called The Chauncy Glover Project, where he mentored and helped underprivileged teenage boys prepare for college in Detroit.

Glover “changed countless lives and inspired so many young people to follow their dreams,” his loved ones said through the foundation.

“His talent, warmth and vision left an imprint on all who knew him and the world is dimmer without him.”

“As we grieve this profound loss, we are comforted by the outpouring of love and shared memories from those who knew Chauncy as the passionate and talented soul that he was,” his family added.

“We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn and honor his incredible legacy. He was taken from us too soon, but his impact will be felt forever.”

Prior to joining the team at KCAL News, Glover had worked at ABC affiliate KTRK in Houston for 8 years. He was the network’s first black male anchor.

During his time there, Glover won a total of 3 Emmy Awards.

After joining KCAL News just over a year ago, Glover co-hosted news segments alongside Suzie Suh at 8 and 10 p.m. and Pat Harvey at 5 and 11 p.m.

Last month, Glover celebrated his first anniversary on the network.

“Don’t look at the clock; do what you do Go ahead! My first year in #LA at #kcalnews #cbsla in the books! God is good”, he wrote in one of his last posts on Instagram.

Glover studied broadcast journalism, music and theater at Troy University in Alabama.

His first job was at WTVM in Columbus, Georgia, before moving to Jacksonville, Fla., to join the teams at CBS 47 and Fox 30.

ABC13 anchor Erica Simon shared a heartfelt tribute following the news.

“I’ve been thinking about this post for hours … and I never imagined I’d have to do it,” she wrote on Facebook.

“I’m devastated, heartbroken and can’t think straight,” she continued, adding that Glover was “one of the best friends I’ve ever had.”

The pair, who met in 2010, worked together at CBS and Fox in Florida.

“He was generous. He was a perfectionist. He was one of the best news people I’ve ever met,” she continued. “I will miss him calling and praying with me on hard days. I will miss his celebrations, warm hugs and hearty laughs.”

“CG loved God with all his heart and now, he can rest in the peace and presence of the Father. Farewell my friend … until we meet again. Thanks to everyone who reached out. Please pray for his parents. This is the second child they have lost”, she concluded.