Hudson Williams shares ambition to play a unique supervillain role

Hudson Williams of Heated Rivalry wants to portray a bold, “weird” supervillain inspired by Gorr the God Butcher

Hudson Williams, known for his role as Shane Hollander on HBO Max’s Heated Rivalry, recently shared his aspirations to take on a distinctive supervillain role. The comments were reported by Variety.

In the discussion, Williams explained, “I want to be a supervillain, a new supervillain… I want to be bald. Remember that Christian Bale character 'Gorr the God Butcher' in that ‘Thor’ movie where he was completely painted gray, and had black teeth, and was bald? Give me something weird like that.” The actor emphasized his desire for a bold, unconventional role that challenges traditional superhero narratives and allows him to explore a visually striking, transformative character.

Williams’ comments highlight a growing trend among young actors seeking complex and unconventional roles in superhero and fantasy genres. Fans have increasingly shown interest in nuanced villains who add depth to cinematic universes, offering actors opportunities to showcase their range and creativity.

The Heated Rivalry star’s interest in a “weird” villain aligns with his broader approach to acting, which includes embracing challenging scenes, developing chemistry with co-stars, and fully embodying characters. Williams has previously demonstrated versatility in portraying both dramatic and intimate roles, gaining recognition for his performance in the soapy queer drama.

As superhero and fantasy franchises continue to expand, Williams’ ambition to portray a memorable and visually striking villain positions him as an actor willing to take creative risks. Fans and industry observers will likely be watching closely for announcements of his next major project.