On a somber note, the news of Chauncy Glover’s passing has left many hearts heavy. KCAL announced his death, sharing a heartfelt statement from his family that highlights the incredible impact he had. “We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy’s beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy,” the statement reads. It emphasizes that he was not just a son and brother but also a shining light in their lives and a true hero in the community.
Chauncy Glover was recognized for his compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others. Through his initiative, The Chauncy Glover Project, he transformed the lives of many young men, encouraging them to reach for their dreams. His warmth, talent, and vision left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered, making the world feel a little less bright in his absence.
Glover made history as the first Black male main evening anchor at KTRK in Houston. In 2023, he joined KCAL, where he co-anchored the 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts with Pat Harvey and the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts with Suzie Suh. His journey in journalism began at the young age of 5 when his father crafted a mini “anchor desk” for him. This small act ignited his passion for news reporting, leading him to pursue a degree in broadcast journalism, music, and theater at Troy University in Alabama.
Chauncy started his career at WTVM News Leader 9 in Columbus, Georgia. Just two years later, he moved to CBS 47 and Fox 30 in Jacksonville, Florida, where he served as a special projects and general assignment reporter. He also worked in Detroit at WDIV, where he earned multiple accolades for his reporting, including three Emmy Awards for his live reports and his heroic acts during Hurricane Harvey, where he helped deliver a baby.
Glover dedicated himself to mentoring young men through The Chauncy Glover Project, which has successfully sent over 350 boys of color to college and has guided more than 1,000 young men. He often expressed that working in news was his true calling, living by the motto, “Fear stops where faith begins.”
As we remember Chauncy Glover, we celebrate a man who not only made a mark in journalism but also profoundly impacted his community. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched and the dreams he inspired, reminding us all of the power of compassion and dedication.