Actor Dylan Walsh from the hit series “Heated Rivalry” caused a stir by hinting at the possibility of filming twelve new episodes, sparking excitement among fans who now speculate about the potential for multiple seasons.
In a video shared on the online platform Cameo, 62-year-old American actor Walsh, known for his role as the father of hockey player Shane Hollander portrayed by Canadian actor Hudson Williams, expressed his fondness for the show. He mentioned his pride in being part of “Heated Rivalry” and hinted at returning to Canada to film additional episodes, suggesting a potential twelve-episode production.
However, Walsh’s remarks may have crossed a line as he later issued an apology and temporarily halted his Cameo account, acknowledging that he spoke without official confirmation and regretted any confusion caused to both the production team and fans.
Despite Walsh’s slip-up, there has been no response yet from the show’s representatives regarding his comments. This incident occurred amidst heightened fan interest in the Canadian series, available on Crave, with recent controversies surrounding cast choices and the need for privacy during production.
Walsh’s casual revelation on Cameo led to widespread speculation on social media, with some fans theorizing that filming for both the second and a potential third season may be underway. The first season of “Heated Rivalry” consisted of six episodes, with the show’s creator Jacob Tierney previously expressing a preference for concise seasons rather than expanding beyond six episodes.
Based on Canadian author Rachel Reid’s Game Changers series, “Heated Rivalry” has garnered critical acclaim, including prestigious awards like the Peabody Award and a Canadian Screen Award for best drama series. The second season, currently in production primarily in Toronto and Montreal, has introduced five new cast members as announced by Crave Canada on Instagram.
The addition of these new cast members, including Emily Hampshire and Priyanka, has generated excitement among fans and further fueled anticipation for the upcoming season of the popular hockey romance series.