It seems the cast of Heated Rivalry is truly taking over the world.
The show’s stars, Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, have now added an Olympic milestone to their growing list of career highlights.
Since their breakout roles in the hit gay hockey romance series, Williams and Storrie have quickly become fan favorites, with their influence extending far beyond the screen and into global pop culture moments.
On December 25, the duo carried the Olympic Flame during a relay stop in Italy, marking a historic and symbolic moment ahead of the upcoming Olympic Games.
The torch relay—an iconic tradition that celebrates unity, perseverance, and global connection—brought together athletes, artists, and cultural figures from around the world, with Williams and Storrie proudly joining the ranks.
Carrying the Olympic Flame represents not only a personal achievement for the actors, but also a powerful moment of visibility and celebration within the global sports and arts communities.
For fans of Heated Rivalry, the appearance felt especially meaningful, highlighting the show’s growing cultural impact on an international stage.
With their careers continuing to gain momentum, this unforgettable experience marks yet another standout chapter for the rising stars.
In a joint Instagram post, the official Olympics account shared a video showing the pair proudly holding the iconic torch as crowds gathered to witness the tradition, which dates back to the ancient Olympic Games.
In the video, a woman can be heard saying “Italy loves you a lot!” to Williams, who responded back saying “I love Italy!”
In the caption, they wrote, “#HeatedRivalry stars made a quick stop at @milanocortina2026 before heading over to the cottage! 🏡🏒”
In the comments, fans were quick to celebrate the special moment and the journey that brought the cast from a beloved series to the Olympic stage.
“Connor being a former gymnast and Hudson being a former MMA fighter makes this moment even more special. ♥️” one fan commented.
“So happy and proud of Hudson and Connor 🥹🥹 and of Rachel, Jacob and everyone who worked on this ‘little Canadian show’. We’re at the *Olympics* 😍😭🏳️🌈” another fan added.
