Ricky Hatton's son posts emotional tribute following boxer's death
Campbell Hatton said he looked up to his dad in "every way"
Last updated 17th Sep 2025
The son of boxer Ricky Hatton, Campbell Hatton, has released an emotional tribute to his dad following the shock news of his death.
The former world champion was found at his home in Gee Cross, Tameside on Sunday (14 September).
Campbell Hatton, the eldest of Ricky's three children, has now posted a series of photos with his dad on Instagram, captioned with a statement.
Hatton said: "Heartbroken isn’t the word. Everybody has always said I was your double and never a truer word said. Looked up to you in every aspect of life.
"Can’t explain how much I’m going to miss the laughs we had and all the good times which I will remember forever. Just can’t believe we won’t have anymore. Love you dad 🩵x"
Like his father, Campbell pursued a career in boxing, making his professional debut in 2021. He retired from the sport earlier this year.
On Monday, Hatton's family issued a statement via police, saying they were "deeply moved" by the outpouring of love and support towards him.
"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," the statement read.
"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."
They continued alongside a request for privacy: "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."
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has said the city will give consideration to how best to honour Hatton's memory properly in the weeks and months ahead.