Actor Dylan Walsh, known for his role in “Heated Rivalry,” sparked excitement among fans by hinting at the possibility of filming twelve new episodes for the popular hockey romance series. The 62-year-old American actor shared this news in a video on the platform Cameo, where celebrities create personalized videos for a fee. The video was later reposted by TikTok user Savannah Leigh, who received it as a birthday gift.
In the video, Walsh, who portrays the father of hockey player Shane Hollander, expressed his love for the show and hinted at returning to Canada to film more episodes. However, following the video’s release, Walsh issued an apology and temporarily halted his Cameo account, clarifying that his comments were speculative and not based on official information.
The series creator and director, Jacob Tierney, has not responded to inquiries regarding Walsh’s statements. “Heated Rivalry” has been the center of fan enthusiasm and discussion, with recent controversies surrounding casting choices and production locations. The first season of the show consisted of six episodes, and Tierney previously stated his preference for tighter seasons rather than longer ones.
Based on the “Game Changers” book series by Canadian author Rachel Reid, “Heated Rivalry” has garnered critical acclaim, winning awards such as the Peabody Award and the Canadian Screen Award for Best Drama Series. The second season is currently in production in Toronto and Montreal, with new cast members announced by Crave Canada on social media.
The addition of five new cast members for the upcoming season has generated excitement among fans, with notable names like Emily Hampshire and Priyanka joining the ensemble. Priyanka, a Canadian drag queen and winner of “Canada’s Drag Race,” expressed her enthusiasm for being part of the “Heated Rivalry” universe, while author Rachel Reid praised the cast selection.