Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams, Connor Storrie steal the spotlight at the Golden Globes

Storrie wore a black Saint Laurent tuxedo while Williams wore a white and black Giorgio Armani ensemble

At the 83rd Golden Globe Awards in 2026, one of the most talked-about moments on the red carpet wasn’t who won a trophy — it was the breakout stars of the hit hockey romance series Heated Rivalry, Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams, whose arrival and presenting appearance became a defining moment of the night.

Their presence helped turn the annual awards ceremony into a showcase of fresh Hollywood energy and style.

Though Heated Rivalry itself wasn’t nominated for an award, the show’s leading duo was invited to present at the ceremony, a major milestone for actors who only recently broke into mainstream fame. Storrie and Williams took the stage to present the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series, embracing the moment with playful energy and charm that reflected their on-screen chemistry.

On the red carpet, Connor Storrie channeled his character Ilya Rozanov with a black Saint Laurent tuxedo featuring sharp lapels, slouchy trousers, and a slim tie, accessorized with white gold Tiffany & Co. jewelry, including hoop earrings, a pavé-diamond bangle, and a statement brooch. His bold look reflected the flamboyant style of his character on the show.

Hudson Williams, in contrast, wore a white Giorgio Armani peak-lapel jacket with a tonal waist-cinching silk chemise underneath, leaving the shirt partially unbuttoned. His look, complemented by a gold Bulgari Serpenti necklace, statement rings, and glistening hoops, visually balanced Storrie’s all-black ensemble and echoed his on-screen character Shane Hollander’s lighter, more understated aesthetic.

 

 

 

 

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Fashion editors and critics alike pointed to Williams and Storrie as some of the best-dressed men of the evening, noting how their outfits blended classic silhouette with a modern edge, a testament to how rapidly they’ve become style darlings in Hollywood.

The pair’s impact at the Globes extended beyond fashion. Social media and cultural commentary labelled their presence one of the night’s most talked-about highlights, with fans sharing clips and reactions that echoed across platforms.

Their playful rapport even made its way into the ceremony itself, where they leaned into their show’s famously steamy reputation with self-aware humor while presenting on stage.

While Heated Rivalry didn’t receive nominations this year, the attention its stars garnered, from red carpet coverage to on-stage moments, demonstrated how the series has carved out a significant cultural footprint in a short span of time.

Their emergence at the Golden Globes signified more than a fleeting moment of celebrity: it marked the arrival of new voices and faces ready to make their mark in the entertainment world.