Bill O'Reilly is out at Fox News, parent company 21st Century Fox said in a statement on Wednesday.
"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," the company said.
In an internal memo obtained by NBC News, Fox said the decision was made in collaboration with outside counsel.
"By ratings standards, Bill O'Reilly is one of the most accomplished TV personalities in the history of cable news. In fact, his success by any measure is indisputable. Fox News has demonstrated again and again the strength of its talent bench. We have full confidence that the network will continue to be a powerhouse in cable news," the memo said.
The memo, signed by Rupert Murdoch and his sons, Lachlan and James, also reiterated Fox's "consistent commitment to fostering a work environment built on the values of trust and respect."
Earlier this month, a slew of major brands pulled their advertisements from Fox News' "The O'Reilly Factor" amid allegations of sexual harassment, which O'Reilly has denied.
The New York Times reported that he or Fox settled five cases, totaling about $13 million.
The scandal prompted 21st Century Fox to commission an investigation into O'Reilly's behavior, the Times reported.
The newspaper said that the results would help determine O'Reilly's fate at the company, which is run by Rupert Murdoch and his sons Lachlan and James.
The storm clouds over O'Reilly have fueled further questions about Fox's company culture.
Last summer, Roger Ailes resigned from his leadership positions at the company in the wake of sexual harassment allegations.
This story is developing. Please check back for further updates.
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chemical attack in Syria
[4/11/17] Spicer says Hitler didn't use chemical weapons
[4/11/17] Gabbard on the hot seat
[4/7/17] Tulsi Gabbard says air strike could led to nuclear war.
[4/6/.17] USA launches 59 Tomahawk missiles at Syria airfield
[4/6/17] A suspected chemical attack in rebel-held northwestern Syria killed dozens of civilians including children and left many more sick and gasping on Tuesday, causing widespread outrage.
The attack on the town of Khan Sheikhun killed at least 58 civilians and saw dozens suffering respiratory problems and symptoms including vomiting, fainting and foaming at the mouth, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group said.
Syria's opposition blamed President Bashar al-Assad's forces, saying the attack cast doubt on the future of peace talks.
The army denied any involvement however, issuing a statement blaming "terrorist groups" for using "chemical and toxic substances".
At least 11 children were among the dead, the Observatory said, and an AFP correspondent in Khan Sheikhun saw many attached to respirators.
If confirmed, it would be one of the worst chemical attacks since the start of Syria's civil war six years ago.
The incident brought swift international condemnation, with the United States, France and Britain all pointing the finger at Assad.
[4/11/17] Gabbard on the hot seat
[4/7/17] Tulsi Gabbard says air strike could led to nuclear war.
[4/6/.17] USA launches 59 Tomahawk missiles at Syria airfield
[4/6/17] A suspected chemical attack in rebel-held northwestern Syria killed dozens of civilians including children and left many more sick and gasping on Tuesday, causing widespread outrage.
The attack on the town of Khan Sheikhun killed at least 58 civilians and saw dozens suffering respiratory problems and symptoms including vomiting, fainting and foaming at the mouth, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group said.
Syria's opposition blamed President Bashar al-Assad's forces, saying the attack cast doubt on the future of peace talks.
The army denied any involvement however, issuing a statement blaming "terrorist groups" for using "chemical and toxic substances".
At least 11 children were among the dead, the Observatory said, and an AFP correspondent in Khan Sheikhun saw many attached to respirators.
If confirmed, it would be one of the worst chemical attacks since the start of Syria's civil war six years ago.
The incident brought swift international condemnation, with the United States, France and Britain all pointing the finger at Assad.
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