Ricky Hatton, the renowned boxer from Manchester, was captured in a joyful moment with his daughters and granddaughter shortly before his untimely passing. The 46-year-old sports icon was found deceased at his residence in Gee Cross, Hyde on September 14, as confirmed by the Greater Manchester Police. The authorities have ruled out any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Ricky Hatton, also known as ‘The Hitman,’ has left a profound impact on the boxing community. His unfortunate demise has left his three children – Campbell (24), Millie (13), and Fearne (12) – and his granddaughter Lyla (7) in mourning.
The late boxer became a father at the age of 22 when he welcomed his son Campbell in 2001 with his former partner Claire. Subsequently, he embraced fatherhood once again with Millie and Fearne during his relationship with former fiancée Jennifer Dooley. Lyla, his granddaughter and Campbell’s daughter, entered the family in 2018.
Recently, Ricky shared a heartwarming photo with Lyla to commemorate her 7th birthday. The picture captured the loving bond between grandfather and granddaughter, with a caption expressing his affection for her.
In another post, Ricky was seen enjoying a meal with his daughters Millie and Fearne during a family outing in Tenerife. Despite a tumultuous relationship in the past, Ricky had reconciled with his parents in 2019 after a ten-year estrangement stemming from a financial dispute.
Reflecting on his past conflicts, Ricky Hatton admitted that the rift with his parents had pushed him to a breaking point. However, realizing the fragility of life and the importance of family, he took the initiative to mend fences before it was too late.
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