Ricky Hatton reportedly amassed a £30 million fortune before his death last year, but uncertainty surrounds how the estate of the former boxing champion will be distributed. Hatton, who died at the age of 46 in September, had built a business and property empire valued at over £20 million, with an additional estimated £10 million in property investments.
Trustees were appointed to manage Hatton's estate following his death. However, sources close to the family have indicated a breakdown in communication with the trustees, describing the situation as a 'complete mess.' A year after his passing, the family has yet to receive clarity on how or when the estate will be distributed.
Campbell Hatton, the boxer's 25-year-old son, stated that his family remains 'completely in the dark' regarding his father's finances, noting they have had no involvement for over 15 years. It was believed that Hatton intended for his fortune to be passed down to his three children: Campbell, and his daughters Millie, 14, and Fearne, 12.
During his successful boxing career, Hatton leveraged his earnings to invest in numerous businesses, many of which were property ventures in his hometown of Hyde, as well as in Leicestershire, London, and Kent. A source close to the boxer indicated Hatton's determination to create a financial legacy for his children.
Earlier this year, Hatton's former home, where he was found in September, was sold for £1.5 million. The property was initially listed for £1.85 million before his death, taken off the market, and then relisted at progressively lower prices before the sale. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom mansion, built in 2010, was described by estate agents as a 'landmark modern residence' with luxury features.
The estate included a telephone box in the garden, Manchester City memorabilia, and salvaged seats from the club's former Maine Road stadium. The property also featured extensive grounds with greenbelt views, a leisure suite with a heated indoor pool and jacuzzi, a private gym, a cinema room, and a games room with a bar separated by a glass wall. The principal bedroom suite offered a walk-in dressing room and luxurious en suite bathroom.
Located in Gee Cross, Greater Manchester, the property was equipped with advanced security features, including CCTV.
