THE world now knows that music legend Michael Jackson is innocent of the child abuse charges levelled against him - but one Bridgwater youngster never had a moment's doubt.
Ash Clark, 11, has been a devoted fan of the singer since meeting him as an eight-year-old - and they share a famous best friend as well.
See this week's Mercury for a full report.
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