Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has found love with former pro boxer Ricky Hatton. After years of crossing paths at events, their friendship blossomed into romance. Claire, 52, gushed about Ricky, 45, on ITV’s Lorraine.
She highlighted his sense of humour and love for ‘Only Fools and Horses.’ Their journey is a testament to finding laughter and connection beyond mere attraction. Read on for more details!
Actress Talks About Her Romantic Journey
Claire Sweeney (Cassie Plummer) has revealed her new romance with former professional boxer Ricky Hatton. The actress and the ex-boxer were seen enjoying a romantic date this April. Photos show them looking very much in love, with arms around each other.
During Thursday’s episode of Lorraine, the ITV host mentioned that Claire had found love when ‘she wasn’t looking for it.’ The soap star explained that she had known Ricky for about 25 years. They often crossed paths at various events.
She recalled their first meeting in La Manga in the early 2000s, their participation in Dance for Comic Relief in 2013, and their recent time together on Dancing on Ice. The actress emphasised that she appreciates Ricky’s sense of humour the most. Also, she loves how they both love Only Fools and Horses.
Moreover, during their romantic getaway in Tenerife, the Corrie star recently posted a picture of herself and Ricky Hatton, both beaming with happiness. She captioned, “Great few days in Tenerife. #goodtimes @rickyhitmanhatton.” Previously, Claire expressed her desire to find love during an interview on The Mirror’s Invite Only podcast.
She mentioned that she is looking for someone who can make her laugh and is kind. The star highlighted that she values a deep emotional connection beyond mere physical attraction. It seems like she has finally found the one. For more Coronation Street and its stars updates, keep checking Soap Opera Daily! We wish the couple much happiness and a bright future together!
