Ricky Hatton's family are overwhelmed by pain and grief
The family of tragic boxer Ricky Hatton's have released a statement sharing their "immeasurable" loss following the sports star's death revealing they are overwhelmed by pain and grief.
Ricky Hatton's family are overwhelmed by pain and grief following their "immeasurable" loss .
The boxer was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester on Sunday (14.09.25) at the age of 46 and now his loved ones have released a statement through Greater Manchester Police remembering the sport star's "kindness, humour and loyalty".
The statement read: "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 went on to share that they have been touched by the outpouring of love and support from fans since the tragic news broke on Sunday.
The statement added: "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. With love and gratitude, The Hatton Family."
