The lead actors from the popular Canadian ice hockey series “Heated Rivalry” have been chosen to participate in the torch relay for the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, who portray key characters in the show, will be among the torchbearers for the event in February.
Williams, hailing from Kelowna, B.C., embodies the role of Shane Hollander, while Storrie, an American actor, brings Ilya Rozanov to life on screen. The characters they play are top-tier hockey players and on-ice rivals whose off-ice relationship adds depth to the storyline.
“Heated Rivalry,” produced by Crave, is set to debut in Italy on HBO Max on February 1, coinciding with the start of the Olympic Games. Canadian viewers can catch the show on Crave. The series has garnered significant success in both Canada and the United States, leading to its renewal for a second season.
Based on the gay hockey romance book series “Game Changers” by Canadian author Rachel Reid, the six-episode show was adapted for the screen by Canadian writer Jacob Tierney. Tierney, known for his work on “Letterkenny” and “Shoresy,” serves as the co-writer, director, and executive producer of “Heated Rivalry.”
As the torch continues its journey towards the Olympic opening ceremony on February 6, anticipation builds for the Milan Cortina Games. The show’s impact extends beyond entertainment, sparking conversations within the hockey community and providing representation for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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