Boxing legend Ricky Hatton’s vast wealth has been revealed after his tragic death, as the star’s devatated family issue a heartbreaking statement
Ricky Hatton’s fortune has been revealed following his sudden death aged 46.
The boxing world is in mourning after the legendary sportsman was found dead at his home in Manchester on Sunday. Hatton had been looking forward to his first professional bout in 13 years, which had been scheduled for this December.
Sadly, the fight against Dubai’s first professional boxer, Eisa Al Dah, would never come to pass, and loved ones have been left to remember an enduringly popular champ who “had a heart as big as his smile”.
The former World Boxing Champion enjoyed a magnificent career, inspiring countless aspiring boxers along the way. During his time inside the ring, the late sporting icon amassed a £35million wealth. And his family members are expected to inherited the fortune, according to reports.
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The star’s millions will be passed down to his relatives, including his three children, Campbell, 24, Millie, 13, and Fearne, 12, according to MailOnline.
‘The Hitman’ became a father for the first time at the age of just 22, welcoming Campbell following a brief reconciliation with his ex-girlfriend, Claire.
At this point in his life, Ricky was still an up-and-coming star, but is said to have established a trust fund for his son, ensuring he would get a share of his earnings. Ricky also reportedly set up a standing order to allow mum Claire to properly care for the boy.
Campbell inherited his father’s formidable boxing skills and made his professional debut in 2021. Later that same year, he secured his first knockout victory over Attila Csereklye, and from thereon went from strength to strength.
Campbell won all 14 of his opening fights before suffering back-to-back defeats at the hands of James Flint in 2024. Hoping to turn his fortunes around, he appointed his famous father as his trainer back in March, but just four months later, the younger Hatton announced he would be hanging up his boxing gloves, instead switching to a career as a solar panel installer.
In 2018, Campbell welcomed a daughter named Lyla, and it’s clear ‘Grandad Richard’ couldn’t have been prouder. Just one week ago, Ricky took to Instagram with a video of young Lyla exercising at what appears to be his boxing gym, writing: “Another Hatton’s at it now. What we gonna do? Go on baby girl. There’s only one Lyla Hatton xxx”.
Ricky shared his two youngest children, Millie and Fearne, with his former fiancée Jennifer Dooley. Just last month, the devoted dad shared sweet snaps of him and the girls heading out for dinner together during a holiday to Tenerife.
It’s understood that the majority of Ricky’s £35 million comes from his incredible 15-year boxing career, during which he earned 45 victories over 48 bouts.
Following his retirement in 2012, Hatton remained a key figure in the boxing world, setting up Hatton Promotions to develop fresh talent and the Hatton Boxing Academy to train up the next generation of fighters.
The boxing icon’s assets include his five-bedroom house in Hyde, Greater Manchester, which is currently on the market for £1.75million.
His devastated family yesterday released the following statement: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son Richard. Richard was so much more than a world champion.
“To us, he was simply ‘Richard’, our son. A loving father, grandfather, and brother, and a true friend to many. He had a heart as big as his smile, and his kindness, humour and loyalty touched everyone who was lucky enough to know him.
“To the wider world, Richard will always be remembered as one of boxing’s greatest champions — a man who gave everything inside the ring and wore his heart on his sleeve outside of it.
“He inspired generations with his fighting spirit, his humility, and his love for the sport. But beyond the titles, the nights to remember, and the roar of the crowd, he remained the same down-to-earth Richard who never forgot where he came from.
They continued: “As a family, our loss is immeasurable, and words cannot truly capture the pain we feel. Yet in the midst of our grief, we have been deeply moved by the overwhelming outpouring of love and support. It has been a source of great comfort to see just how many lives Richard touched, and how widely he was admired and respected.
“At this time, we kindly ask for privacy as we come to terms with life without him. In the days and weeks ahead, we will take strength from one another and from the knowledge that Richard’s legacy — both in boxing and as a man — will continue to live on. Richard’s memory will forever remain in our hearts, in the hearts of his fans, and in the sport he loved so dearly.”
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