Last night, Claire Sweeney, the former girlfriend of the late Ricky Hatton, showed support for his son Campbell through heartfelt comments on Instagram. Campbell, a boxer like his father, shared a touching tribute following the tragic discovery of Ricky’s passing at home. Claire, who previously dated Hatton after their time together on Dancing on Ice, left two supportive comments on Campbell’s post, receiving likes from fans showing solidarity.
Campbell expressed his deep sorrow in his tribute, sharing how he looked up to his father in every aspect of life and cherishing the memories they had together. Claire, who hails from Walton, Liverpool, had split from Hatton earlier this year after a brief romance but maintained a close friendship with him until his untimely death. She also expressed her sadness on social media, offering condolences to Ricky’s family and friends.
In a previous Instagram post, Claire shared her sentiments about Ricky, highlighting his impact and expressing sympathy to his loved ones. She included a collage of videos and photos from her time with Ricky, accompanied by the song ‘If I Can Dream’ by Elvis. Messages of support poured in from Claire’s friends in the entertainment industry, with fellow actors offering their condolences and expressing their love for Ricky and his family.
Claire, known for her roles in soap operas like Brookside, had a longstanding connection with Ricky before their reunion on Dancing on Ice. The boxing legend had participated in the ITV show before Claire, who was also a presenter, joined the competition. Through these heartfelt gestures and memories shared, Claire and those close to Ricky paid tribute to the legacy he leaves behind.