On April 19 2017 Fox News announced that Bill O’Reilly would not be returning to the network after a 21-year run. The announcement came amidst allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct.
Prior to his departure O’Reilly was Fox News’ most-watched host averaging 4 million viewers per night. He was known for his conservative commentary and fiery debating style.
O’Reilly’s departure from Fox News followed a series of sexual harassment allegations. In January of 2017 The New York Times published an investigation detailing $13 million in settlements that had been paid to five women who accused O’Reilly of sexual harassment or verbal abuse.
Following the Times investigation more women came forward with similar stories. In April of 2017 The New York Times reported that another woman had come forward with allegations of sexual harassment against O’Reilly and that Fox News had renewed his contract despite knowing about the allegation.
Amidst the mounting allegations dozens of advertisers pulled their ads from O’Reilly’s show “The O’Reilly Factor.” On April 19 2017 Fox News announced that O’Reilly would not be returning to the network.
In a statement Fox News 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.”
Since his departure from Fox News O’Reilly has remained active launching a new podcast and writing a column for Newsmax.
When did Bill O’Reilly leave Fox?
Answer: 2017
Why did Bill O’Reilly leave Fox?
Answer: Allegations of sexual harassment
Who replaced Bill O’Reilly at Fox?
Answer: Tucker Carlson
How long was Bill O’Reilly with Fox?
Answer: 21 years
What was the name of the show Bill O’Reilly hosted on Fox?
Answer: The O’Reilly Factor
What network did Bill O’Reilly move to after leaving Fox?
Answer: NBC
How long was Bill O’Reilly’s non-compete clause with Fox?
Answer: 1 year
What is Bill O’Reilly’s net worth?
Answer: $85 million
What is Bill O’Reilly’s annual salary?
Answer: $20 million
How many books has Bill O’Reilly written?
Answer: 26
What is the title of Bill O’Reilly’s first book?
Answer: Those Who Trespass: A Novel of Television and Murder
What is the title of Bill O’Reilly’s latest book?
Answer: The United States of Trump: How the President Really Sees America
How many Emmy Awards has Bill O’Reilly won?
Answer: 2
What organizations has Bill O’Reilly been a member of?
Answer: National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Council on Foreign Relations and National Council on the Humanities
What colleges did Bill O’Reilly attend?
Answer: Marist College and Boston University
