Hudson Williams shuts down autograph hunters in tense Paris confrontation

Hudson Williams confronted autograph dealers in Paris after they followed him, calling the encounter creepy

Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams confronted a group of alleged autograph dealers in Paris after they reportedly followed him to his residence during Paris Fashion Week, calling their behaviour "creepy" in a video that has since circulated on social media.

Williams, who portrays Shane Hollander in the popular LGBTQ+ hockey drama, was approached by several men carrying photographs for him to sign. According to footage shared online, the actor refused the request and criticised the group for tracking his movements rather than approaching him respectfully.

Jesus Christ Hudson Williams “fighting” with the paparazzi following them in Paris pic.twitter.com/yODZt2riUW

— jade🎀 (@dreamofbuswell) July 13, 2026

notice how the women around him were all carrying bags and heavy luggage, yet Hudson Williams didn't lift a finger. instead, he threw the paper/photo away, only for his gf to pick it up and hand it back to the pap. what a guy... https://t.co/rdjBcGEd0R pic.twitter.com/OC7PUdU39o

— vivi (@im_not_a_stan06) July 13, 2026

In the video, Williams tells the men they had followed him to where he was staying and said they were "not fans," describing the situation as unsettling. He also attempted to burn one of the unsigned photographs with a lighter before walking away, while repeatedly asking the group to leave him alone. The men continued following him, with one apologising for their actions as another argued with the actor.

The incident has sparked renewed discussion about celebrity privacy and the growing issue of professional autograph resellers who seek signatures to sell rather than collect as fans.

Williams was in Paris attending Fashion Week events ahead of returning to work on Heated Rivalry season two. Production on the highly anticipated follow-up is scheduled to begin this month, with the new season adapting Rachel Reid's novel The Long Game.

Season two will continue the story of Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov while expanding the world of the Game Changers book series with additional characters. Although filming is set to begin soon, the new season is currently expected to premiere in early 2027, giving fans more time to revisit the first season before the story continues.