KCAL news anchor and Emmy Award-winning journalist Chauncey Glover has died suddenly at the age of 39.

His family issued a statement confirming his death, but provided no further information about the circumstances that led to the tragedy.

“We, Shelly and Robert Glover, and Chauncy’s beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy,” the Glover family said in a statement. CBS News It was reported on Wednesday. “He was more than a son and brother. He was the light of our lives and a true hero to our community.”

The three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist began fulfilling her childhood dream and began her professional career at WTVM News in Columbus, Georgia.

Grover’s father created a mini-anchor desk when he was just 5 years old, hosting a newscast for the family every Sunday after church. His passion fueled his success and he soon became KTRK’s first black male evening anchor. He joined the KCAL news anchor team in October 2023. Glover co-anchored the 5pm and 11pm newscasts with Pat Harvey and shared the news desk with Siouxsie Sioux on the 8pm and 10pm KCAL News.

Mr. Grover proudly served his community through numerous outreach programs. After witnessing a teenager die on the street, he launched a mentorship initiative called the Chauncey Glover Project to help at-risk teenage boys contribute to society. – Launched the program. According to CBS News, the program encourages boys to dress for success, lead by example through etiquette, and prepare for college while strengthening their public speaking skills and through hands-on experience. He encouraged them to enrich their lives.

Through his hard work and efforts, he mentored over 1,000 young men and guided over 350 boys of color to college.

“Chauncy’s compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncey Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young people to pursue their dreams,” the family said in a statement. said.

“His talent, warmth and vision inspired everyone who knew him, and the world is darker 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 a passionate and gifted soul,” the family said. said. “We ask for privacy as we mourn and honor his great legacy. He was taken from us too soon, but his impact will last forever.” It will remain.” (Related: Former New York Knicks player Jerod Mutaf dies on his birthday at age 55)

Funeral information and cause of death had not been released as of Wednesday afternoon.