KCAL News Anchor Chauncy Glover Dies at Age 39
The anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist had spent eight years in Houston as the first Black male main anchor at KTRK.
Chauncy Glover died unexpectedly on November 5, 2024, at the age of 39. Fans of the KCAL News anchor are mourning his passing, with many sharing their heartfelt reactions to the tragic news.
Glover started working at KCAL in October 2023 until his time of passing. He began his professional journalism career with WTVM News in Columbus, Georgia, but his passion for the field ignited much earlier.
At just five years old, his father built him a mini anchor desk, and Glover would perform newscasts for his family every Sunday after church in their hometown of Athens, Alabama.
For Glover, journalism went beyond simply reporting the news as he referred to it as his “calling.” He viewed his role as an opportunity to use his platform for positive change, using storytelling and community involvement to make a meaningful impact.
Over the years, he worked in various states, including Florida, Georgia, Michigan, and Texas, before joining KCAL in California. At KCAL, Glover co-anchored the 5 and 11 p.m. newscasts alongside Pat Harvey and also shared the desk with Suzie Suh for the 8 and 10 p.m. broadcasts.
Now, the people whose lives he impacted with his work as a journalist are mourning him and sending their love to his family.
One online user shared their grief, “Very very sad. So young. 🙏🙏🙏to his entire family.” Another expressed shock at the loss, “My Lord, 39, so young! What happened? Condolences to his family and friends!”
Many fans remarked on the untimely passing, “Gone too soon🕊️,” with another concurring, “Another talented young man has gone too soon. May He rest in peace.” One fan reflected on the abrupt loss, “I’m in absolute shock. Chauncey was young and only at the beginning of his career.”
Others remembered how vibrant he was, “Chauncey was an outstanding anchor… Loved his personality and fun spirit on the news. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. May his memory be a blessing.”
A fan also shared how much Glover’s presence meant, “So very sad. Way too young. I enjoyed watching him nightly.” Devasted fans were left reeling, like this one, “This is so shocking. I watched him last week and now he’s gone at a young age. RIP CHAUNCY GLOVER. My condolences to KCAL 9 families.“
Another viewer spoke of their deep sense of loss, “So sad, I really liked seeing him on the 8:00 p.m. broadcast. He will be truly missed. My condolences to his family, friends and coworkers.”
As much as Glover discovered his passion for journalism at a young age, his dedication to the communities he served was always at the heart of his work. He did this through his impactful storytelling and his community outreach efforts.
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