Olympics 2026: Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, Stars of Kinky Queer Series, Torchbearer

‘Heated Rivalry’ Stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie: Olympic Torchbearers in Milan

TORONTO, ONTARIO - NOVEMBER 24: Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams attend the premiere of "Heated Rivalry" at TIFF Lightbox on November 24, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Harold Feng/Getty Images)
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Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will heat up the Winter Olympics in Milan.

The Heated Rivalry stars have been selected as official torchbearers during the Olympic Torch Relay, on February 6 in Milan, ahead of the opening ceremony.

When and where Williams and Storrie will be carrying the Olympic torch has not yet been revealed.

The news was announced by HBO Max, which has rights to the Crave Original series, a steamy romance following two hockey players from rival teams who can’t ignore their feelings for each other.

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The Heated Rivalry craze has captivated the internet since its U.S. premiere at the end of November, catapulting Williams and Storrie to global fame.

The hype has led to the duo late-night appearances, the selling out of Rachel Reid’s book series on which the show is based and  Season 2 renewal.

Reacting to the show’s renewal, Storrie hopes that the next season stays true to Reid’s books. “These are obviously really well-constructed stories that a lot of people are really into. The only way to make this make sense is to stick to the books and also honor the fandom of the people who are really spearheading this whole thing.”

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