Director Jacob Tierney has kindly asked fans of the popular TV series “Heated Rivalry” to respect the privacy of the cast and crew while filming Season 2. The request, posted on the show’s official Instagram account, urges fans to give the team space at filming locations in Toronto, Montreal, and possibly Hamilton, Ont.
Fans have been eager to catch glimpses of stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, who were spotted together in downtown Toronto. Williams caused a stir after being seen with a Canadian Tire tote bag, sparking shopping frenzies.
The queer hockey romance, which gained worldwide acclaim upon its late 2025 debut, has garnered a dedicated fan base. Williams and Storrie have been cautious in managing interactions with admirers and photographers.
In a separate incident, Williams was involved in a tense encounter with alleged autograph sellers in Paris. Meanwhile, attention in Toronto has also centered on Sarah Polley’s film adaptation of “The Bell Jar,” featuring pop star Billie Eilish.
Despite efforts to maintain a closed set, photos from the film shoot have surfaced on social media, taken by paparazzi and fans alike. Unlike Tierney’s public plea for respect on the “Heated Rivalry” set, there has been no such request from the team behind “The Bell Jar.”