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Is Hudson Williams Gay In Real Life? Heated Rivalry Star Reveals The Truth About His Private Life

Is Hudson Williams gay? The Heated Rivalry star breaks his silence on his private life, addressing 'fame' and the pressure of queer representation in Hollywood.

International Business Times UK · Jan 22

Heated Rivalry Season 2 Release Date and Spoilers: Will Shane and Ilya Have a 'Secret' Wedding?

Get the latest on Heated Rivalry Season 2, including the projected February 2027 release date and spoilers about Shane and Ilya's potential secret wedding.

International Business Times UK · Jan 21

Heated Rivalry: How investment in Canadian content can pay off at home and abroad

In late December 2025, it seemed like everyone went to “the cottage.” This is a reference to the steamy Crave megahit Heated Rivalry. Even The Guggenheim Museum of New York and Ottawa Tourism has jumped on the Heated Rivalry bandwagon.

The Conversation · Jan 20

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'Heated Rivalry' Star Francois Arnaud Responds to Trolls Amid Dating Rumours With Co-Star Connor Storrie

Heated Rivalry lead François Arnaud speaks out against online trolls and 'shipper' harassment following dating rumours involving his co-star, Connor Storrie, during a New York tour.

International Business Times UK · Jan 18

‘Heated Rivalry’ scores for queer visibility — but also exposes the limits of representation

Heated Rivalry, the Bell Media-produced Canadian gay hockey romance based on the novel by Rachel Reid, has taken the world by storm. The series stars Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander, a Japanese Canadian hockey player for the Montréal Metros, and Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov, a Russian hockey player for…

The Conversation · Jan 15

Heated Rivalry: Gay sex in men's sport isn't the only taboo this hit show is breaking

We love watching hot men get it on — why are TV execs so shocked by this winning formula?

Evening Standard · Jan 15

Heated Rivalry: Inside the lives of Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie

No one expected Heated Rivalry to be a hit. Now the “gay hockey show” is all anyone can talk about. Here’s the lowdown on its leading men

Evening Standard · Jan 15

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Heated Rivalry timeline explained: When is it all happening and for how long?

Some viewers are a little confused by the time jumps in the hit drama, so we've done a deep dive on it to clear things up

Woman & Home · Jan 15

Erotic gay smash Heated Rivalry is a well-timed defense of intimacy coordinators

The small screen phenomenon, and its publicized use of intimacy coordinators, has arrived as established Hollywood names have started to criticize the role

The Guardian - US · Jan 14

Why the Heated Rivalry TV series understands gay men better than the book

Heated Rivalry, written and directed by Jacob Tierney, has become a massive hit, going viral among gay romance fans and gathering millions of likes on the show’s official TikTok page.

The Conversation · Jan 13

Don’t Worry, One Celebrity Made Sure to Tell People to Watch ‘Heated Rivalry’

Jessica Alba is the show's Paul Revere

The Mary Sue · Jan 13

Heated Rivalry Author Unveils New Shane & Ilya Book Ahead Of S2 & I’m Off To The Cottage

While creator Jacob Tierney has confirmed season two won’t arrive until 2027, author Rachel Reid has announced a new Heated Rivalry novel.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 12

'Heated Rivalry' season 2: Everything we know so far

Steamy hockey romance 'Heated Rivalry' is the talk of the town — here's what we know about season 2 and when we can expect more Shane and Ilya

Tom’s Guide · Jan 12

Heated Rivalry review – these physically perfect people have so much sex it’s tedious

This steamy queer romance between ice hockey rivals is packed with constant shots of muscular bottoms in fancy hotel rooms. But a bit more character development or emotional investment wouldn’t go amiss

The Guardian - UK · Jan 10

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Tom’s Guide · Jan 9

Sorry 'Bridgerton,' but 'Heated Rivalry' is actually the most romantic (and horniest) show on TV

After its acclaimed first season, "Heated Rivalry" has officially dethroned the Netflix romance as the most swoon-worthy series available on streaming

Evening Standard · Jan 9

Heated Rivalry on Sky review: This sweaty, steamy gay ice hockey romance scores every goal

5/5 This low budget queer sports show has made overnight stars of its leads, and for good reason

Salon · Jan 2

Do women love "Heated Rivalry" too much?

The female fans who led the charge in making the gay hockey romance a hit are also the ones policing its subjects

Cinemablend · Jan 1

Heated Rivalry's Cast, Author And Creator Had A+ Reactions To Andy Cohen And Anderson Cooper Calling It Out Multiple Times

It might have been cold on New Year's Eve, but the conversation was heated.

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Cinemablend · Jan 1

I Have A Big Question About Heated Rivalry Season 2 After Reading The Books, And The Author Adressed It

I've been reading and wondering...

International Business Times UK · Dec 31, 2025

Author Rachel Reid Shares How the Success of 'Heated Rivalry' Helps in Her Fight Against Parkinson's

Best-selling author Rachel Reid shared how the success of the series adaptation of her novel 'Heated Rivalry' helps her deal with Parkinson's disease

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 29, 2025

7 Chaotic, Horny & Downright Wholesome Moments From The Heated Rivalry Press Tour

A joyful, slightly horny look at Heated Rivalry’s press tour, tracking Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie’s cuddly bestie energy.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 29, 2025

28 Ways Heated Rivalry Changes The Book, From The Face-Off Ad To That Cottage Ending

Dive into 28 book-to-screen changes in Heated Rivalry — from Scott and Kip’s episode to that cottage ending.

Cinemablend · Dec 26, 2025

‘We’re Making A Horny Show’: Heated Rivalry’s Creator Gets Real About All Those Sex Scenes (And Addresses Rumor That Kip And Scott’s Got Cut)

Talk about a steamy show.

The Independent UK · Dec 26, 2025

‘Heated Rivalry’ series mixes hockey and queer romance and is scoring big audiences

The television adaptation of Rachel Reid’s novel “Heated Rivalry” is making waves with hockey romance fans

International Business Times UK · Dec 13, 2025

10 Photos of Hudson Williams: Heated Rivalry Actor Breaks Silence on Romance Rumours

Hudson Williams opens up about his 'Heated Rivalry' co-star Connor Storrie, his privacy battles, and why he prefers filming sex scenes over hockey.

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