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Dancing On Ice star Robin Johnstone has broken her silence following the shock news that Ricky Hatton has died at the age of 46.

The British boxing legend was been found dead at his home in Greater Manchester at the age of 46. The iconic fighter competed between 1997 and 2012 before working as a promoter and trainer. He won a total of six world titles across three weight divisions and will be remembered as one of the best UK fighters of his generation.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that a body was found and said that the death is not being treated as suspicious. A police cordon remains in place at Hatton’s home in Gee Cross, Hyde. He would have turned 47 next month and leaves behind three children including his son Campbell, who also boxed professionally before retiring earlier this year.

A police spokesperson confirmed: “We can confirm that we have found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6.45am today, Sunday, September 14. The death is not being treated as suspicious.”

The devastating news comes months after Hatton announced his planned return to the boxing ring, with a fight pencilled in for December. He was due to face United Arab Emirates fighter Eisa Al Dah over eight three-minute rounds.

While taking a break from boxing, Ricky appeared on Dancing On Ice in 2024 where he was partnered up with professional skater Robin. Speaking to The Mirror after learning of Ricky’s untimely death, Robin said that she was been left ‘devastated’ by the revelation.

“I’m devastated. It’s so sad. Ricky was a friend,” she told us. Robin went on to reveal that Ricky had ‘been doing so well’ and the news has come as a huge shock to his Dancing On Ice family.

“He’d been doing so well. He was talking about getting ready for his big fight and was all excited… it’s very shocking. He was really sweet. Such a good guy. My last memory of him is him looking out at me on the ice during Torvill and Deane’s show, with his girls and his eyes were just lit up, he was so excited to watch us, as were his girls. His kids were everything to him.”

Admitting that she had built a close bond with Ricky once the show finished, Robin told us that she would be speak to Ricky every couple of weeks to check in.

“We’d speak every couple of weeks.. I think we Whatsapped a week or two ago. I mean we stayed in touch after DOI – he’d check in with my husband Andy [Buchanan] and I all the time.

“Out of all my partners on the show, we kept in touch the most. He was in training mode and seemed in such good form, he was asking how we were… we were on the Torvill and Dean tour, and his girls came with him to see the show. We’ve met his girls quite a few times.”

Speaking about the time she spent with Ricky on the ITV show, Robin admitted that she didn’t know much about the boxer beforehand – but they cemented an incredibly close bond and friendship straight away.

“I didn’t know anything about him, but I was told he was a big deal. I remember meeting him, he took me to his boxing gym and put some globes on me but he was always so friendly, he loved a joke (some were good, some were dad jokes!) but I never saw him in a bad mood, or treating anyone badly.

“He treated me like gold. When we were out and the public stopped him for selfies, he’d always take the picture and spend time with every single person.”

Looking back on the quality time they spent together, Robin shared her favourite memory with Ricky as she recalled: “Watching him skate! We had some great laughs about that! But honestly? Just the friendship we formed with him.

“Talking about everything and anything. Ricky was very open talking about his past struggles with us, super open. He wanted to be open about mental health and his own struggles, so he could help others. But he seemed really happy. That’s why I can’t believe this.”

Shedding light on Ricky’s dating history with fellow Dancing On Ice contestant Claire Sweeney, Robin suggested that Claire will be utterly heartbroken by the news of Ricky’s sad death.

“We were friends with Claire, too. I haven’t talked to Claire in a while, but they remained good friends as far as I know, so I’m sure she’s heartbroken, everyone on the show will be so upset and sad. You become so close on a show like Dancing On Ice. He just loved life. He seemed like such a happy-go-lucky guy, so caring. We’ll miss him terribly.”

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Nicole Kidman shared a behind the scenes clip of her and Sandra Bullock on set of Practical Magic 2 as she reveals filming had finally wrapped ahead of release

Hollywood star Nicole Kidman shared a sweet behind-the-scenes video of her and Practical Magic 2 co-star Sandra Bullock, as she tells fans filming of the sequel had finally wrapped. The two stars had previously starred alongside each other in the original film back in 1998, which is an adaptation of the novel written by Alice Hoffman.

The film is based on two sisters who are witches and takes viewers on their “spellbinding adventures.” The video clip posted on social media by Nicole, 58, comes after she shared a sneak peek of their scenes back in July.

And now in this clip, the former wife of Tom Cruise, confirmed that she had finished filming the sequel.

The video shows the two award-winning actresses hugging each other and laughing as they skipped through a field during sunset.

Nicole captioned the post: “That’s a wrap on #PracticalMagic2! Thank you to the cast & crew for all your magic.”

While Nicole and Sandra have reprised their roles as Gillian and Sally Owens, one of the original cast members Evan Rachel Wood was not asked back for the sequel.

The Westworld actress confirmed the news in one of her Instagram stories. She told fans that it was not her choice to not return for the sequel.

Evan Rachel had played Kylie Owens, who was that oldest daughter of Sally, played by Sandra Bullock.

Taking to social media, she told fans: “I am getting asked about this a lot, so l’ll just clear it up now; I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel. l offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line.”

She continued: “I was told they are re-casting. I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters.”

In a statement by the film-making team regarding the sequel, it read: “Twenty-five years ago, Sally, Gillian, Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny flew off the pages of Alice Hoffman’s beloved novel and into theatres around the world, and we are thrilled to bring the Owens family back to the big screen with Joey, Lee, Maisie, Solly and Xolo joining the next chapter in our story.”

The sequel is set to be released on 18 September next year.

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Iconic boxer Ricky Hatton has been found dead in his Greater Manchester home but days before his death a video of him performing an epic Oasis track went viral

Ricky Hatton was spotted singing an Oasis track in Tenerife just days before his death. The boxer died at the age of 46 as his body was found in his Greater Manchester home.

Just days before he died he was enjoying the last of the summer sun in Tenerife. A video also circulated of the sports legend singing Oasis in a bar.

Mum Carly Leahy and her two children stopped for a drink at a bar in Costa Adeje in early September which is when they spotted the celeb. A guitarist was on stage as he asked for a man to join him for a rendition of Oasis’ Wonderwall.

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That’s when 42-year-old Carly realised it was Ricky. She went on to share a video online which showed Ricky singing his own version of the lyrics.

He was supposed to sing “By now, you should have somehow realised what you’ve got to do” but instead mumbled “Somehow, you should have somehow [inaudible] what you’ve got to do”.

Then, instead of singing “and all the roads we have to walk are winding” he sang “and all the roads that lead us there are winding and all the lights that lead us there are blinding”.

Carly told Manchester Evening News that she was surprised to learn the world boxing champion didn’t know the right words to the song especially as it’s thought he’s friendly with both Liam and Noel Gallagher.

She said: “He attempted to hit those notes, but he definitely messed up the words. I was surprised he didn’t know them by heart, because I remember Oasis going to his fights back in the day.”

Carly then went on to explain now “kind” Ricky was to those who wanted to meet him. “Afterwards, he was so patient and kind to everyone who approached him, so that was quite nice. The kids were over the moon to see him. Some people have really gone in on him, but he was on his holiday, enjoying himself,” she said.

Ricky was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the discovery of a body and stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious.

The news came just months after the fighter announced his comeback to the ring with a fight scheduled for December.

Ricky has been open about his mental health issues and drug addiction over the years. A spokesperson for GMP said: “We can confirm that we have found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6.45am today, Sunday, September 14. The death is not being treated as suspicious.”

Ricky enjoyed a successful boxing career as he held numerous world championships, as well as UK titles and was named as Fighter of the Year back in 2015.

After Thomas Skinner’s bombshell interview where he revealed he’d cheated on wife Sinead, let’s take a look at the pair’s relationship over the years…

Just one week before he takes to the dancefloor for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, Thomas Skinner has revealed he cheated on his wife Sinead during a “two-week fling”.

The reality star, who made a name for himself on The Apprentice in 2019, made the bombshell revelation and admitted it was the “biggest mistake” of his life.

Thomas, 34, has found himself in the public’s gaze due to his participation on the upcoming series of Strictly, with many hitting out at his casting due to his divisive opinions. He also recently shocked onlookers after he snatched a reporter’s phone during an interview and stormed out.

As he prepares for an onslaught of public opinion thanks to his cheating scandal revelation, let’s take a look at his relationship with wife Sinead over the years, from how they met to having a family together…

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Cheating revelation

Just weeks after he tied the knot with Sinead in May 2022, Thomas revealed he had a “two-week fling” with a beauty clinic boss he met at the pub and that she offered him “cosmetic slimming treatments”.

Detailing the moment he came clean to Sinead, about his affair with Amy-Lucy O’Rourke, he told The Sun on Sunday: “I’m so lucky she forgave me. It was the worst thing I’ve ever had to do. It was terrible, I’m a very, very open book, and I don’t hide anything from my wife. She was obviously distraught, upset.”

He continued: “No one else made me do what I’ve done. But it just shows how something so brief could ruin your life.” The pair appear to be in a much better place today as she’s forgiven him for his indiscretions.

Thomas added: “My wife is my rock. She’s the person I adore more than anything in the world. And I let her down, I’m ashamed, I’m so fortunate my wife’s forgiven me, she didn’t deserve it. I was a selfish person.”

A spokesperson for Amy Lucy told the Mirror: “This has been an incredibly stressful and painful chapter in Amy Lucy’s life. She did not have a fling with Mr Skinner, she had a relationship with him and was deceived then treated appallingly. She will consider her response and speak her truth in due course.”

First meeting and engagement

Thomas and Sinead first met in a London bar back in 2018 and got engaged two years later, in July 2020. He took to Instagram to reveal he’s got down on one knee and asked Sinead to be his wife.

The BBC One star posted a snap of the two of them, with the then bride-to-be showing off her ring to the camera. He simply captioned the post: “SHE SAID YES.”

Thomas later took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share more details about the sweet moment as he revealed: “I’ve just got down on one knee to ask the love of my life to marry me. He followed with: “MY MUMMY TO BE SAID YES.”

The couple were inundated with well-wishes and congratulations messages from fans and showbiz pals as they basked in the happy moment.

Marriage and family life

Three months prior to getting engaged, the couple announced they were expecting their first child together. Sharing pictures of them both holding up the baby scan photo, he exclaimed: “BEST NEWS! Just wanted to let you know that Sinead and I are expecting a little baby.

“It works. Due date is 23 ^rd October. We are super excited! Thought I would send a little tweet to make you smile. Hope you all have a great day! We are absolutely over the moon. Thomas and Sinead,” he signed off.

The pair welcomed their baby boy Henry before going on to have twins Roma and Darla three years later on June 1, 2023.

BBC Radio 2 presenter Paddy McGuinness was noticeably emotional as he announced the news of Ricky Hatton’s death while hosting his Sunday morning radio show today

Paddy McGuinness could be heard struggling to fight back tears as he announced the death of his ‘great mate’ Ricky Hatton on his BBC Radio 2 show earlier today.

TV and radio host Paddy, 52, was clearly shocked and upset as he shared the news with listeners as he spoke after playing a string of songs back to back. He said: “Apologies everyone just had to play a couple of songs back to back there I’ve just learned erm… this terrible news that… a great mate of mine has passed away, Ricky Hatton. Erm…” Paddy then took a long pause.

“Sending love and thoughts are with his family,” he exhaled deeply, fighting back tears. “God. Ricky mate, wherever you are, this is for you…” Paddy then played Frank Sinatra’s song Blue Moon.

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Ricky was found dead found dead at his home in Greater Manchester.

The Stockport-born fighter was just 46 years old. A police cordon is currently in place at his residence on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross, Hyde.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed the discovery of a body and stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious.

After his radio announcement, Paddy took to his Instagram page to post a tribute to Ricky which consisted of a black and white snap of the iconic boxer followed by a photo of Ricky and Paddy posing with Robbie Williams.

Paddy then penned in the caption: “World Champion. People’s Champion.

“I’ve had some great times with Ricky over the years. From being out in Vegas to the streets of Manchester, he always had time for everyone.

“Deepest condolences to Ray, Carol, Campbell, Millie, Fearne and all his family. Rest In Greatness champ.“

Paddy and Ricky had taken part in a number of showbiz projects together over the years including appearances on A Question Of Sport and Soccer Aid. Paddy even partied with Ricky and his then-girlfriend Claire Sweeney at 2024’s BBC Radio 2 In The Park.

Meanwhile, other celebrities have also paid tribute to Ricky including Piers Morgan, who wrote on X: “RIP Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton, 46. Found dead at his home in Manchester, police say no suspicious circumstances. What incredibly sad news.”

Meanwhile, Amir Khan said: “Today we lost not only one of Britain’s greatest boxers, but a friend, a mentor, a warrior, Ricky Hatton.

“As fighters, we tell ourselves we’re strong — we train, we sweat, we take hits, we get up. But sometimes the hardest fight happens in silence, in the mind. Mental health isn’t weakness. It’s part of being human.

“And we must talk about it. We must reach out. We must lean on each other. Ricky, thank you for everything. For your fights, your moments of glory, your grit. Thank you for pushing us, showing us what’s possible. To everyone reading this: if you’re hurting or struggling, you are not alone. Talk. Reach out. Because we need more light, more compassion, more understanding. Rest well, Ricky. You’ll always have your place in the ring of our memories.”

Boxing legend Ricky Hatton dated Claire Sweeney after the pair ‘fell for each other during rehearsals’ for Dancing On Ice, but he’s been linked to a string of women over the years

Boxing legend Ricky Hatton, known for his tumultuous love life outside the ring, has died at the age of 46. The boxing icon was found at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, the police have confirmed.

The boxing legend, also known as The Hitman, met Claire, 54, on ITV’s Dancing On Ice in January and they were inseparable since. The pair were recently spotted arm-in-arm during a lively pub crawl in Greater Manchester.

Claire, who was happily single before meeting the Stockport-born trainer, was swept off her feet by his charm, leading to an ‘electric chemistry’, according to a source who spoke to the Mirror. However, things weren’t to last between the pair as things ended in December 2024. It was reported their romance fizzled out but they remained good friends.

However, Claire isn’t the only woman to be charmed by the boxer – he we take a look at the late star’s romances.

Claire Sweeney

Ricky, a former light welterweight champion, met Claire during rehearsals for the ITV reality show and began to win her over. A source told the Mirror: “The chemistry was electric. Ricky went out of the show early on but he contacted her afterwards and let’s say he started wooing her. They’ve been out on several dates.”

They added: “They’ve been seeing each other quite a bit. He is completely besotted.”

The insider went on: “It seems like an unlikely match but he’s always had a way with women. They fall for his personality, and Claire has. He knows her number one priority is her son so they are being very careful. Let’s watch this space.”

Claire, from Liverpool, last dated Daniel Reilly, the father of her eight year old son Jaxon. Their relationship ended in 2017.

Speaking to the Mirror’s Invite Only podcast in January, she said: “I really want to be with someone who makes me laugh. Someone who’s kind. Someone I will click with. So, someone like that, it just wouldn’t be about aesthetics – OK, there’s an initial attraction but I want it to be more than aesthetics, that’s the type of person I’m looking for.”

However, sadly romance didn’t last between Ricky and Claire as it was reported they called time on their relationship in December 2024 but remained on friendly terms.

Chelsea Claire

Just before his Dancing on Ice debut, Ricky ended things with Playboy model Chelsea Claire, who was 14 years his junior. The couple had a short-lived romance, beginning in the summer of 2023 but keeping their love affair under wraps until October of the same year.

Despite things seeming to go well for the sportsman, work commitments put a strain on their relationship.

A source told The Sun: “Ricky and Chelsea had a great time together, but it ended up being more of a fling. They are at very different stages of their life and Ricky is really throwing himself into training and wants to concentrate on that. Things are still really amicable and they will be friends going forward.”

Angela Blemmings

Beauty expert Angela Blemmings began seeing Ricky in July 2022 and the couple made their relationship official after sharing a snap from their romantic Dublin getaway.

Angela accompanied Ricky to the BBC Sports Personality Of The Year ceremony in December, but their romance fizzled out in 2023.

Marie Pollard

Ricky and Marie Pollard were an item in 2016 but their relationship was brief as they parted ways the next year.

However, five years on, they rekindled their romance and revealed to followers that they were back together.

The duo shared snaps from their loved-up Croatian holiday in 2021.

A source at the time revealed: “He’s known Marie for years, but they’ve grown close again. Ricky’s really happy.”

Jennifer Dooley

Ricky was already father to son Campbell Hatton, a boxer, with former partner Claire when he began dating Jennifer Dooley in 2005.

The pair, who are parents to daughters Millie and Fearne, became engaged in 2009 after Ricky popped the question on Valentine’s Day.

Yet he ominously christened their Cheshire home the ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ in tribute to Elvis Presley’s legendary track. In 2010, footage emerged of Ricky taking cocaine, leading him to enter rehabilitation whilst Jennifer remained supportive.

However, just a month afterwards, Irish boxing champion Emma Bowe revealed to the Mirror that she’d been conducting an 11-month affair with the boxer following an autograph encounter in Dublin.

The pair separated in 2013 with Ricky departing their £3million family residence, though they reconciled 12 months later.

Ricky commented at the time: “Me and Jennifer are working through our difficulties. We are no different to anybody else except my life is under the spotlight because of who I am.”

The relationship appeared to be improving when the family holidayed in Tenerife during the New Year period.

However, in 2016, following another series of alcohol-fuelled evenings out for Ricky, his 11-year romance with Jennifer concluded after he was photographed looking dishevelled whilst partying with other women.

Speaking to the Daily Star about his former fiancée, he said: “It’s very upsetting when you’ve been in such a long-term relationship and it comes to an end. I can’t deny there are times I have found things difficult.”