In Memory of Chauncy Glover: A Voice That Meant Something
It doesn’t feel real—writing about Chauncey Glover in the past tense. At just 39, he was taken far too soon. He was more than just a face on the 6 o’clock news. He was a storyteller, a mentor, a force of calm in chaos, and for many, a lifeline.
You didn’t just watch Chauncy—you felt him. Whether he was reporting from the field or sitting behind the anchor desk, he had that rare presence: steady, thoughtful, and real. And that’s what made him unforgettable.
Alabama Roots, Big City Heart
Chauncy grew up in Athens, Alabama, a small Southern town where character is built early and reputations stick. He was sharp. Observant. The kind of kid who didn’t just ask questions—he listened to the answers.
He carried that curiosity with him to Troy University, where he studied broadcast journalism. Not just for a degree, but for a calling. He didn’t want fame—he wanted a platform. And once he had it, he used it to give voice to others.
A Career That Spoke Volumes
From his first job at WTVM in Georgia to his time in Jacksonville and Detroit, Chauncy never phoned it in. He showed up with sleeves rolled up and facts ready to go. His move to ABC13 in Houston in 2015 was more than a step up—it was a chapter where his voice became part of the city’s rhythm. First weekends, then primetime. People trusted him. And they should have.
By 2023, he was on-air in Los Angeles at KCAL-TV, still chasing the stories that mattered. The spotlight never changed him. If anything, it made him more focused. Chauncy wasn’t in this for clout. He was in it to make journalism mean something again.
He Didn’t Just Report the News. He Built Futures.
Chauncy wasn’t one of those anchors who turned off the lights and disappeared after the show. His work didn’t end when the cameras cut.
He was the founder of The Chauncy Glover Project, a mentoring and college-prep program for young Black and Hispanic men. And it wasn’t some side project. This was his heart.
He showed up—literally. He sat down with the kids. Looked them in the eyes. Helped with college essays. Drove them to events. Paid out of his own pocket when needed. He didn’t just teach confidence. He lived it. And the boys who came through CGP didn’t just get a mentor—they got a believer.
The Colleague Everyone Wanted in Their Corner
In the newsroom, Chauncy was more than a co-anchor. He was a stabilizer. A quiet encourager. A guy who made you feel like your voice mattered.
Mayra Moreno, his longtime co-anchor and friend at ABC13, said it best in her post after his passing:
“An unexpected loss. My heart is broken.”
Their chemistry on air wasn’t manufactured. It was respect. Friendship. A kind of unspoken understanding that viewers noticed—and held onto. They weren’t just reading teleprompters. They were telling our stories.
His Personal Life? Quiet. Grounded. Real.
Chauncy kept his personal life sacred. Rarely on social media. Never in the tabloids. People speculated about his relationship status, especially because of his close bond with Mayra. But there was nothing romantic there—just mutual admiration. She’s married. He was private.
What we do know is this: he loved his family fiercely. Spoke often of his parents. Stayed close to his roots. That’s how he carried himself—with humility, always.
A Legacy That Doesn’t Fade
Since his passing, tributes have poured in from everywhere. Colleagues, mentees, viewers, educators, pastors—even total strangers—have shared how he inspired them. The common thread? He made them feel seen.
His family described him as “a beacon of light,” and anyone who crossed his path would agree. And while his voice has gone quiet, his impact hasn’t. The Chauncy Glover Project will keep running. His spirit lives on in the young men he championed.
Final Thoughts: What We Lost—and What He Gave
There aren’t words strong enough to explain what Chauncy meant to so many. But maybe the legacy of a life well lived isn’t in headlines or awards. Maybe it’s in the quiet moments—the ones when someone shows up when it matters, speaks truth when it’s risky, and lifts others when no one else is watching.
That’s what Chauncy did.
So no, this doesn’t feel real. And maybe it never will. But if you’re reading this, remember: the best way to honor him is to do the work, be kind, and show up for someone who needs you.
Rest easy, Chauncy. You mattered. You still do.
For a visual tribute to Chauncy Glover’s life and legacy, you may watch the following video:
