Actor Dylan Walsh from “Heated Rivalry” sparked excitement among fans by hinting at the possibility of filming twelve new episodes for the hit hockey romance series. The 62-year-old American actor shared this news in a video on the Cameo platform, where celebrities create personalized videos for fans in exchange 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 being part of “Heated Rivalry” and hinted at shooting more episodes in Canada. He mentioned the potential of filming 12 new episodes, fueling speculation about multiple seasons in the making.
However, Walsh received backlash for his comments, leading him to issue an apology and temporarily pause his Cameo account. In his statement to CBC News, Walsh admitted to speaking informally and creating confusion among fans and production by speculating about the show’s production schedule and episode count.
Despite the buzz surrounding “Heated Rivalry,” the show’s representatives have not responded to inquiries about Walsh’s remarks. The series has been a hit on Bell Media’s streaming platform Crave, receiving acclaim and awards since its debut. Based on the Game Changers book series by Rachel Reid, the show follows the romance between rival hockey players Shane Hollander and Iyla Rozanov.
Fans have been speculating on social media about the show’s future production, with some suggesting the potential for both a second and third season. The first season consisted of six episodes, and creator Jacob Tierney previously mentioned a preference for shorter seasons to maintain quality over quantity.
Filming for the second season of “Heated Rivalry” is underway in Toronto and Montreal, with new cast members recently announced. Crave Canada revealed that Emily Hampshire, Edvin Ryding, Robert Naylor, Sabrina Jalees, and Priyanka are joining the show for its upcoming season, generating further excitement among fans and the cast.