Hudson Williams responds to Deuxmoi rumors about Heated Rivalry

Hudson Williams addresses Deuxmoi dating rumors and defends Heated Rivalry as fan support grows ahead of season two

Hudson Williams has addressed recent social media gossip after celebrity tips account Deuxmoi published speculation about his personal life.

The post also questioned the appeal of Heated Rivalry, the HBO Max hockey romance series that has fueled his rapid rise to prominence.

The 24-year-old Vancouver-born actor responded directly to an Instagram post that claimed he was romantically involved with a tattoo artist named Katelyn and suggested viewers were tuning into Heated Rivalry primarily for its explicit content. Williams’ reply, widely shared by fans, was described as calm and pointed, with many praising his ability to push back without escalating the exchange.

he should be allowed to end them once and for all pic.twitter.com/syEWcsUTqU

— pat 🏒 hr spoilers (@daylightrozanov) December 21, 2025

Heated Rivalry, adapted from Rachel Reid’s popular M/M novel, premiered in 2025 and quickly developed a devoted online following. The series stars Williams as Shane Hollander, an NHL player locked in a fierce rivalry and secret relationship with Connor Storrie’s Ilya Rozanov. The show’s blend of sports drama, romance, and character-driven storytelling has fueled strong engagement across social platforms and contributed to its early renewal for a second season.

😭 https://t.co/YFXP1lhv29

— 𝑬𝒔𝒆 ✘ ᴥ ✘⁷ (@joonspoIaris) December 21, 2025

Get her Hudson! I've never seen that awful woman get dragged as much as she's been in the comments on that post, she really stepped in it this time. Glad the Heated Rivalry fandom is taking care of business https://t.co/TMUhLIgRk3

— Manuela (@manueladb) December 21, 2025

Fans rallied behind Williams following his response to Deuxmoi, applauding what they viewed as a defense of the show’s broader narrative and emotional depth. Many also highlighted his swift career momentum, noting his recent signing with CAA and his transition from service-industry work to leading a high-profile streaming series.

Williams has largely kept his personal life private, choosing instead to focus public attention on his work. As Heated Rivalry continues to gain traction ahead of its next season, the actor’s handling of online speculation has further strengthened his standing with viewers who value authenticity alongside rising star power.