Los Angeles television news anchor Chauncy Glover dead at 39

Family, friends and colleagues are mourning the unexpected death of KCAL-TV News anchor Chauncy Glover at age 39.

Glover, a three-time Emmy award winner, joined KCAL-TV a year ago and co-anchored the television station's late-evening newscasts.

The circumstances surrounding his passing were not released.

“He was more than a son and brother—he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community,” his family said in a statement. “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 talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him.”

Glover was born and raised in Athens, Alabama.

Before joining KCAL, his television career included on-air roles at KTRK-TV in Houston, WDIV-TV in Detroit, WJAX-TV in Jacksonville, and WTVM-TV in Columbus, Georgia.

“Chauncy was more than just an extraordinary journalist and community leader; he was like family,” said Jordyn Dean, a friend and Glover’s publicist. “Chauncy had a rare, genuine kindness that showed up in everything he did. He helped people without asking for anything in return, simply because he wanted the best for everyone around him.”