Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has been forced to address disturbing false rumours circulating online that claimed he had passed away. The Manchester-born fighting legend took to social media to confirm he is very much alive and well after concerned fans alerted him to the malicious hoax.
The Shocking Social Media Hoax
Fake news spread rapidly across various platforms, with some posts even claiming funeral arrangements were being made for the 45-year-old boxing hero. The detailed nature of the false information caused genuine concern among Hatton's loyal fanbase, who flooded his social media accounts with messages seeking confirmation about his wellbeing.
'I'm still here, don't worry,' Hatton reassured his followers in a characteristically straightforward manner. The boxing community rallied around the former two-weight world champion, expressing relief and outrage at the cruel nature of the fabricated story.
A Storied Career in the Ring
Ricky 'The Hitman' Hatton remains one of Britain's most beloved boxing figures, having captured world titles in both light-welterweight and welterweight divisions during his illustrious career. His epic battles against boxing greats like Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao cemented his status as a true warrior of the sport.
Since retiring from professional boxing, Hatton has remained active in the sport through coaching and promotional work, maintaining his strong connection to the Manchester community that has always supported him.
The Growing Problem of Celebrity Death Hoaxes
This incident highlights the disturbing trend of celebrity death hoaxes that continue to plague social media platforms. Several high-profile figures have faced similar false reports in recent years, causing unnecessary distress to both the celebrities involved and their concerned fans.
Hatton's straightforward response serves as a reminder to verify information from reliable sources before sharing potentially distressing content online.
