The Heated Rivalry breakout stars are taking their on-ice legacy global, officially joining the torch relay for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The worlds of sports and pop culture are officially colliding. Heated Rivalry stars <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/connor-storrie-age-ex-facts-hudson-williams-heated-rivalry-season-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Connor Storrie</a> and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/hudson-williams-girlfriend-age-height-heated-rivalry-season-2-connor-storrie" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hudson Williams</a> have been announced as official torchbearers for the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking a major milestone for the breakout actors and a full-circle moment for fans of the hockey-centric series.
The duo, who play on-ice rivals turned emotional love story in <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/heated-rivalry-golden-globes-2026-hudson-williams-connor-storrie-red-carpet-photos" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Heated Rivalry</a>, have quickly become two of the most talked-about rising stars on television. Their casting brought a fresh intensity and vulnerability to the sports drama genre, winning over audiences with their performances. Now, that connection to sport is extending far beyond the screen.
Serving as torchbearers is one of the Olympics&rsquo; most symbolic honors, celebrating individuals who represent cultural impact, inspiration, and global connection. For Storrie and Williams, the honor underscores&nbsp;how deeply&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/heated-rivalry-season-2-release-date-episodes-cast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Heated Rivalry</a> has resonated with people, particularly&nbsp;younger audiences who have embraced the show&rsquo;s blend of athleticism, vulnerability, modern masculinity, and queer love.&nbsp;
The announcement also feels especially fitting given the show&rsquo;s focus on hockey culture, discipline, and the emotional lives behind professional sports. While neither actor is a professional athlete in real life, both underwent intense training for their roles, making their involvement in the Olympic tradition feel earned rather than purely ceremonial.
From fictional ice rinks to the world&rsquo;s biggest winter stage, the Heated Rivalry stars are officially carrying the torch.

‘Heated Rivalry’ Stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie Named 2026 Olympic Torchbearers

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