Ricky Hatton’s friend Paddy McGuinness emotional as he breaks news of death on radio

Paddy McGuinness paid emotional tribute to his friend Ricky Hatton, as he announced news of the boxer’s death live on air during his BBC Radio 2 show today (14 Sep). After not being heard for a number of minutes, an audibly shaken McGuinness told listeners: “I had to play a couple of songs back-to-back there; I’ve just learned terrible news that a great mate of mine has passed away - Ricky Hatton.” The presenter then paid a short tribute to the boxer and his family, before playing Frank Sinatra’s Blue Moon in dedication - a reference to Hatton’s football team Manchester City.