A host of celebrities have paid their respects to Ricky Hatton , following the tragic news of his death on Sunday (14 September), with fellow boxer Amir Khan among those honouring him.

Ricky was tragically found dead at his home in Hyde , Tameside , Greater Manchester, aged 46 on Sunday morning. His death is not being treated as suspicious by Greater Manchester Police .

On Monday morning, an emotional Amir appeared on BBC Breakfast to share his memories of his late friend, describing him as "warm hearted" and a "legend", while struggling to hold back tears.

"When I started my professional career, I think he was a world champion then, and he always used to come down to the gym, give us that advice, help me out. He told me to give him a call if I needed any advice on anything. H

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