BUSINESS - Bill O’Reilly to Depart FOX News Channel

Bill O'Reilly - (derivative work: Karppinen (talk) Photo)

Statement From 21st Century Fox Regarding Bill O’Reilly - “After a thorough and careful review of the allegations, the Company and Bill O’Reilly have agreed that Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to the FOX News Channel.”

Thursday April 20, 2017

NEW YORK, NY USA -- (BUSINESS WIRE)

Bill O’Reilly will depart FOX News Channel effectively immediately, announced 21st Century Fox.

In making the announcement, 21st Century Fox said, “After a thorough and careful review of the allegations, the Company and Bill O’Reilly have agreed that Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to the FOX News Channel.”

Beginning Monday, April 24th, Tucker Carlson Tonight will take over the 8pm timeslot, broadcasting live from FNC’s Washington, DC bureau. The Factor will continue for the remainder of this week at 8PM/ET with guest hosts Dana Perino tonight and Thursday night and Greg Gutfeld on Friday night. Additionally, The Five will move into the 9pm timeslot starting Monday.

Statement From 21st Century Fox

“After a thorough and careful review of the allegations, the Company and Bill O’Reilly have agreed that Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to the Fox News Channel.”

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