Ricky Hatton’s family are reportedly still waiting for clarity over how his estimated £30 million estate will be distributed, almost a year after the former world champion’s death.
Hatton, who died aged 46 in September last year, is understood to have built a business and property empire worth more than £20 million from his boxing earnings, with a further £10 million reportedly invested in property.
Trustees were appointed to oversee the estate after his death. However, people close to the family have claimed that communication with the trustees has since broken down, with one describing the situation as a “complete mess”.
It was thought Hatton intended his fortune to pass to his three children: his son Campbell, 25, and daughters Millie, 14, and Fearne, 12.
Campbell said his family remained unaware of what was happening with the former boxer’s finances.
“My family is still completely in the dark. We’ve had no involvement in my dad’s finances for over 15 years,” he said.
Ricky Hatton estate includes business and property interests
During his career, Hatton used his fight earnings to establish a number of businesses, many connected to property investments in Hyde, his hometown, as well as Leicestershire, London and Kent.
One source said the boxer had been determined to create a lasting financial legacy from his career and to provide for those closest to him.
Hatton’s former home in Greater Manchester was sold this year for £1.5 million, after its original asking price was reduced by £350,000. The five-bedroom property had first been listed for £1.85 million shortly before his death, then returned to the market at £1.75 million and later £1.65 million.
The mansion, in Gee Cross, was described as a modern residence with six bathrooms, landscaped grounds and views over greenbelt land. It included an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, cinema room, games room and bar.
Hatton had decorated the house with personal items including Manchester City memorabilia, a traditional telephone box in the garden and seats salvaged from the club’s former Maine Road stadium.
The property also featured multiple reception rooms, open-plan living areas, a dark-panelled kitchen and advanced security equipment including CCTV.
