Former Coronation Street star Steven Arnold, known for his role as Ashley Peacock, was seen talking to security ahead of the funeral
Former Coronation Street star Steven Arnold, best known for his role as Ashley Peacock on the long-running series, was said to be turned away from Ricky Hatton’s funeral on Friday. The iconic boxer was laid to rest today, with the streets of his home city of Manchester lined up with mourners as his coffin made its way to the cathedral.
Ricky was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, in September, aged 46, sending the nation into mourning. Many big names attended the sombre event to pay their respects, including ex-partner Claire Sweeney, Tyson and Tommy Fury, Liam Gallagher, Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen, comedian Paddy McGuinness and Dean Gaffney.
The star’s entire family gave emotional speeches, including son Campbell Hatton, who fought back tears during his father’s funeral service in Manchester.
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“Never has a father and son had so much in common,” he said. Campbell said he “looked up to my dad in every aspect of life. All of that was fuelled by the love I had and always with have for him.
“I can’t explain how much I’m going to miss you dad. I can’t believe we’re not going to make any new memories together. But the ones I have I will treasure forever.”
While there were many of his nearest and dearest at the service to say goodbye, it is understood some people may have been turned away from the service.
On Sky News’ live stream, fans noticed Steven Arnold – who was on Corrie between 1995–2010 – appeared to have been turned away. He was seen approaching the security staff and pointing behind them.
He was then guided to another woman, who seemed to be holding a clipboard. While she was skimming through the paper on the board, he stood behind her to help. After chatting for a short while, he was seen grabbing his phone to text someone.
The camera then panned towards Tyson Fury, who was chatting away with a number of people. It is unknown whether Steven soon entered the cathedral or not.
The Mirror have contacted Steven’s representatives for comment.
Manchester-born champion Ricky was discovered dead at his home in Hyde with Greater Manchester Police confirming that his passing is not being treated as suspicious. News of his death sent shockwaves across the nation given how much he was adored thanks to his exploits in the ring and his cheerful personality outside it.
The former boxer, who was 46 at the time of his death, would have celebrated his 47th birthday on Monday which was just four days before the funeral.
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