She went on to say, “I will always, always cherish the memories we shared. Most important, I want to thank you, the viewers, for allowing me into your home every day. It was a privilege that I will forever be grateful for.”

Moonves’ fall means control shifts to Shari Redstone, who has been locked in a bitter legal battle with Moonves and the majority of the CBS board.

. The company said a new date for the annual shareholder meeting, which had been planned for Aug. 10, would be announced later.

Julie Chen has issued a statement in support of her husband Leslie Moonves after six women came forward to accuse the CBS chairman of sexual misconduct.