KCAL News anchor and Emmy Award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover died unexpectedly at the age of 39.
His family issued a statement confirming his death but did not provide further information about the circumstances that led to the tragedy.
“We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy’s beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy,” the Glover family said, CBS News reported Wednesday. “He was more than a son and brother – he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community.”
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 02: Chauncy Glover attends the 2024 President’s Volunteer Service Award Gala to commemorate National Gun Violence Awareness Day at Hotel Casa del Mar on June 02, 2024 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Michael Tullberg/Getty Images)
The three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist started his professional career with WTVM News in Columbus, Georgia, as he began to live his childhood dream.
Glover’s father built him a mini anchor desk when he was just five years old and he would host newscasts for his family every Sunday after church. His passion fueled his success and he soon became the first Black male evening anchor at KTRK. He joined KCAL News Anchor Team in Oct. 2023. Glover co-anchored the 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. newscasts with Pat Harvey and shared the news desk with Suzie Suh at KCAL News at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Glover proudly gave back to his community through his numerous outreach programs. He created a mentorship program called “The Chauncy Glover Project” to help at-risk teenage boys to become contributing members of society after witnessing a teenager die on the streets. The program encouraged young boys to dress for success, set an example through etiquette and prepare for college, while strengthening their public speaking skills and enriching their lives with hands-on experiences, according to CBS News.
His hard work and efforts led more than 350 boys of color to college as he mentored more than 1,000 young 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 wrote in their statement.
“His talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him,” they said.
“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,” the family said. “We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn and honor his incredible legacy. He was taken from us far too soon, but his impact will be felt forever.” (RELATED: Former New York Knicks Player Jerrod Mustaf Dies On His Birthday At Age 55)
Funeral information and cause of death are not publicly available as of Wednesday afternoon.
This article was originally published at dailycaller.com
