TV personality Julie Chen confirmed her departure from The Talk, the CBS daytime show she co-hosted over eight seasons, in a message to viewers Tuesday.

In the message, which was taped from the set of Big Brother, Chen made no direct mention of the accusations against her husband, former CBS chief Les Moonves. He was ousted from the network he helmed for more than two decades following a series of sexual harassment and assault claims by a dozen women.

The host had indicated earlier that she planned to take a few days off to spend time with her family but would still co-host Big Brother.

Right now I need to spend more time at home with my husband and young son, so Ive decided to leave The Talk, she said in the message.

I know this show and the sisterhood it stands for will live on for many, many, many years to come, she said.

CBS said in a statement that its executives were grateful for Chens incredible energy, grace and professionalism and wished her all the best in everything she does.

Chen skipped the ninth season premiere of The Talk last week and did not appear in any subsequent episodes after news of Moonves exit broke. Multiple news outlets reported on her plan to exit the show late Monday evening.