Ex-Fox News Anchor Carlson Settles Lawsuit Against Roger Ailes; Greta Van Susteren Out As Nighttime Host

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) -- Former Fox News Channel anchor Gretchen Carlson has settled her sexual harassment lawsuit against Roger Ailes, the case that led to the downfall of Fox's chief executive with stunning swiftness this summer.

In a statement Tuesday, Fox parent company 21st Century said that "we regret and apologize for the fact that Gretchen was not treated with the respect and dignity that she and all of our colleagues deserve.''

Carlson was paid $20 million, according to someone familiar with the confidential settlement who spoke under condition of anonymity.

"I am gratified that 21st Century Fox took decisive action after I filed my complaint," Carlson said in a statement. "I'm ready to move on to the next chapter of my life in which I will redouble my efforts to empower women in the workplace."

Carlson alleged that she was demoted and let go from Fox after she refused Ailes' sexual advances and complained about workplace harassment.

The 76-year-old Ailes denied the charges, but 21st Century launched an investigation and Ailes resigned after other women made allegations.

Meanwhile, Greta Van Susteren is out as a nighttime host on Fox News Channel, replaced temporarily by Brit Hume starting Tuesday.

Fox did not publicly explain Van Susteren's abrupt exit after 14 years, although a person close to the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity described it as a financial disagreement. Van Susteren was not immediately available for comment, and the news wasn't reflected on her popular blog or Twitter feed.

The Washington-based lawyer came to Fox from CNN 14 years ago. For several years, her "On the Record'' program aired at 10 p.m. ET, but moved to 7 p.m. when Fox gave a prime-time show to Megyn Kelly.

Hume is a senior political commentator for Fox. He said he's taking on Van Susteren's show through the election.

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