Leaving Neverland: Michael Jackson Fans Protest Outside Channel 4 Headquarters Prior To The Documentary Release

Ahead of the release of Channel 4's two-part documentary on allegations of sexual abuse against Michael Jackson, fans of the Pop legend took to streets to protest against the same in London. A group of protesters demonstrated outside the Channel 4 headquarters. According to reports, a group of 20 to 30 fans of Jackson gathered outside the office holding placards. Among the protesters, a few had even travelled to the UK from other countries.

The protestors were heard chanting "innocent," "facts don't lie" and "Channel 4, shame on you," outside of the Channel 4 office. The documentary, Leaving Neverland features interviews with Wade Robson and James Safechuck who claim to have been sexually abused by Jackson when they were seven and eight respectively. Leaving Neverland: 5 Appalling And Disturbing Allegations Made Against Michael Jackson In The Documentary.

Here's a picture of protesters in London:

Previously, in an interview speaking about the documentary, director Dan Reed said, “If there’s anything we’ve learned during this time in our history, it’s that sexual abuse is complicated, and survivors’ voices need to be listened to.“It took great courage for these two men to tell their stories and I have no question about their validity."

Jackson's estate has denied these allegations and is suing HBO for $100 million, claiming the cable outlet violated a non-disparagement clause in a contract for a 1992 concert special.

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