Hudson Williams makes runway debut at Dsquared2 during Milan Fashion Week

Canadian actor Hudson Williams, known for his role in the HBO hit Heated Rivalry, made his runway debut at Milan Fashion Week on Friday, opening the Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2026-2027 menswear show.

The 24-year-old star traded his hockey gear for high fashion, strutting down a snow-covered staircase and runway inspired by the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan.

Williams wore a deconstructed denim jacket featuring Canadian maple leaves along the sleeves, paired with snow boots, a white shirt, and distressed jeans topped with a trucker hat. His outfit was part of a larger winter-themed collection that included bedazzled parkas, heel-less snow boots, winter catsuits, beanies, and gloves, highlighting the brand’s homage to winter sports.

The inclusion of Williams was a natural fit for Dsquared2, whose designers, Dean and Dan Caten, hail from Toronto, where much of Heated Rivalry was filmed. Williams and co-star Connor Storrie have risen quickly in Hollywood, gaining attention for their performances and red carpet appearances, including the 2026 Golden Globes, where Williams donned a Giorgio Armani suit with a cummerbund.

Dsquared2 previously explored ice skate-inspired fashion in 2011, a concept revived in their fall 2025 collection, making Williams’ participation in the runway show particularly apt. The Milan Fashion Week showcase positioned Williams as a rising figure in fashion, expanding his influence beyond acting while emphasizing winter sports-inspired menswear.

The actor’s debut reflects a growing trend of performers crossing into fashion, merging celebrity influence with high-fashion runways. Fans and industry insiders alike are watching to see what Hudson Williams will do next in 2026.