Boxer Ricky Hatton dies aged 46 as tributes pour in and police issue statement

The death of boxer Ricky Hatton has been revealed – he was 46.

Ricky appeared on the 2024 series of Dancing On Ice and went on to date Claire Sweeney, who he met on the show.

He was last seen on social media just two days before his death, posting a video of himself running on a treadmill. Now, the post has become a place for friends and fans to share their condolences.

The death of boxer Ricky Hatton came weeks after he announced he was making a return to the ring (Credit: Splash News)

Death of Ricky Hatton announced

Ricky Hatton was discovered at his home this morning (September 14), according to reports. His death is not being treated as suspicious, police have said in a statement.

Greater Manchester Police said: “We can confirm that we have found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6.45am today, Sunday, September 14. The death is not being treated as suspicious.”

It’s understood friends were initially concerned last night, when the star failed to appear at an event featuring one of his boxers.

Tributes pour in

Ricky’s death sent shockwaves through the boxing and showbiz world.

Piers Morgan wrote on X: “RIP Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton, 46. Found dead at his home in Manchester, police say no suspicious circumstances. What incredibly sad news.”

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