Ricky Hatton’s Son Shares Emotional Ode to His Deceased Parent
The boxing legend’s son Campbell expressed an touching tribute in his first public message following his father’s demise.
Tributes flooded in around the boxing community and further afield in the wake of the death of the ex- world boxing titleholder, who passed away at his residence recently at the young age of 46.
“Words can’t express how I feel,” captioned his son with a set of personal images.
“Those who knew us always remarked I was your twin – there’s a truer word spoken. Forever admired you in every way of life.”
He continued: “I can’t explain how much I’m going to miss the jokes we shared and each of the special memories, that I will treasure forever. Just can’t accept we won’t have more together. I love you, Dad.”
Area police confirmed that the sports legend had been pronounced in his residence located in the Manchester area. They emphasized that there were no unusual circumstances related to the event.
Much like his father, Campbell also ventured into a career in boxing, taking his professional introductory fight in the past few years. He later stepped away from the industry in recent months.
The following day, the loved ones of the champion shared a announcement conveying that they were “deeply moved” by the overwhelming wave of affection and condolences shown their way.
“He was so much more than a titleholder. To us, he was only ‘Richard,’ our boy. A devoted father, grandfather, and family member, and a loyal friend to many people,” the statement said.
“He had a heart as large as his grin, and his warmth, wit, and faithfulness touched everyone blessed enough to know him.
“To the broader world, Richard will always be celebrated as one of fighting’s most iconic figures – a man who put his all within the bouts and showed his emotions on his outside.”
