Ricky Hatton’s sudden death at 46 has left his family, fans, and the boxing world reeling, while questions about his £35 million fortune now turn to his children and loved ones.
The beloved fighter’s wealth is expected to be inherited by his son Campbell, 24, and daughters Millie, 13, and Fearne, 12. Campbell, Hatton’s firstborn from a relationship with a woman known only as Claire, briefly followed his father into the ring before retiring in July to become a solar panel installer. Hatton had set up a trust fund for Campbell when he was still a rising star at 22, ensuring his son would always have a share of his earnings.
Campbell later became a father himself, welcoming daughter Lyla in 2018. Just two weeks ago, Hatton proudly posted a photo for her seventh birthday, calling himself “Grandad Richard.”
Hatton’s daughters with ex-fiancée Jennifer Dooley were also at the centre of his life, with the boxer recently sharing holiday pictures with Millie and Fearne in Tenerife.
Best known as “The Hitman,” Hatton built his fortune from a glittering 15-year career that brought him 45 wins in 48 bouts, including the famous 2005 victory over Kostya Tszyu. His £1.75 million Hyde mansion, where he was tragically found dead on Sunday, remains on the market.
Even after his 2012 retirement, Hatton stayed in boxing, launching Hatton Promotions and the Hatton Boxing Academy. His biggest success as a coach came in 2017 when he guided Zhanat Zhakiyanov to a world bantamweight title. In July, Hatton had even announced plans for a comeback fight in Dubai this December.
Yet his story was also marked by turbulence. He endured a well-publicised rift with his parents Carol and Ray, a court battle with former trainer Billy Graham, and candid struggles with alcohol, drugs, and depression. At his lowest, Hatton admitted he had tried to take his own life.
Despite this, his charisma and fearless fighting style made him one of the UK’s most adored athletes. Stars such as Amir Khan, Tyson Fury and promoter Frank Warren hailed him as “a legend,” “a warrior” and “a modern great.”
From his early days working in a carpet shop to sell-out nights in Manchester and Las Vegas, Ricky Hatton lived a life of extremes – one that made him both a hero in the ring and a complex figure outside it.
