Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams condemns racist and homophobic fan comments

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 10, 2026 at 06:36 PM

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Hudson Williams, a lead actor in the popular Canadian show *Heated Rivalry*, has publicly condemned racist and homophobic comments made by some fans online. The show, which depicts the careers and relationship of two male hockey stars, has garnered significant attention and intense fan engagement. However, this has also led to a surge of hateful comments on social media. Williams, who plays an Asian-Canadian character, posted a statement rejecting any form of bigotry from those claiming to be fans. The post was also shared by other members of the show, including actor Francois Arnaud, showrunner Jacob Tierney, and author Rachel Reid, whose novels inspired the series. The statement aims to distance the show and its creators from hateful rhetoric.

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