Brooks Way and producers of The X Factor have decided by "mutual consent" that the brothers will leave the singing competition.
The pair did not take part in Saturday night's first live show after Josh Brooks was accused of sending threatening messages to his ex-girlfriend. The duo's performance was pulled at the last minute.
In a statement this afternoon, Josh said: "Due to events in my personal life I've decided that it's best not to be on the show at this time. While not everything that has been claimed is true I would like to apologise to everyone involved."
A spokesperson for The X Factor added: "Following the allegations relating to Josh Brooks, we have decided by mutual consent that Brooks Way should leave the competition."
On Sunday night, Bratavio was the first act to be eliminated from the show after losing out to Saara Aalto in the sing-off.
During last night's results show, Brooks Way tweeted:
Today, we have had a tough day with a false allegation. Don't believe everything you read, both Amelia and Josh will be stating the truth.
— Brooks Way (@ThisIsTheBrooks) October 9, 2016
The truth always wins.
— Brooks Way (@ThisIsTheBrooks) October 9, 2016
X Factor bosses say details of their replacement will be announced in the coming days.
