Former West Coast Eagles star Mark Hutchings's partner dies two days after childbirth
Former West Coast Eagles AFL player Mark Hutchings has announced the death of his partner, Hannah, just two days after the birth of their daughter, Sofia. Hutchings expressed his grief on social media, receiving an outpouring of support from the AFL community.
Why it matters
The sudden tragedy involving a well-known sports figure has drawn significant public sympathy and highlights the personal challenges faced by public figures.
Mark Hutchings says he is "shattered" after the death of his partner Hannah. ( Instagram: Mark Hutchings )
Mark Hutchings has revealed his partner Hannah has died just days after giving birth.
In a social media post, he said he was shattered by her death and that becoming a mother had been her dream.
Hutchings played 120 games for the West Coast Eagles and was part of the 2018 premiership-winning team.
Link copied Share Share article Former West Coast Eagles player Mark Hutchings says his partner Hannah has died two days after the birth of their daughter.
Hutchings revealed her death in a social media post late yesterday.
"It is with deep sadness that I share the sudden loss of my beautiful partner, Hannah," he wrote on Instagram.
"2 days following the birth of our daughter, Sofia.
Hutchings said Hannah had been looking forward to motherhood.
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