Ricky Hatton’s son, Campbell Hatton, aged 25, has entered into a relationship with Brooke Heaton, the daughter of Simon Heaton, a close friend of the late boxing icon. Simon, 51, who considered Ricky his best friend since childhood, is a non-league football manager.
The couple recently made their relationship public, with Brooke, 22, expressing her affection for Campbell on Instagram by wishing him a happy birthday and sharing heartfelt photos of them together. They also enjoyed a New Year holiday with loved ones, sharing snapshots from the trip on social media.
Supportive comments poured in for the couple, with friends encouraging Campbell and his family to take things one step at a time and move forward at their own pace. Campbell and Brooke have been sharing affectionate photos of themselves at various events, including a Manchester City football match.
Simon Heaton appeared in the 2023 documentary ‘Hatton,’ reminiscing about Ricky’s early days and sporting talents. The documentary shed light on Ricky’s remarkable boxing career, where he achieved world titles in different weight classes and faced legendary opponents like Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.
Despite his successful boxing career, Ricky, who received an MBE in 2007, left behind a substantial fortune for his children, including Campbell. Campbell, once seen as a promising boxer himself, transitioned to becoming a solar panel installer following his father’s footsteps.
Campbell faced several personal losses, including the death of his best friend and his father’s close acquaintance, which he alluded to in a recent Facebook post. He expressed gratitude for Brooke’s support in helping him navigate through challenging times and hinted at a hopeful outlook for the future.