Actor Dylan Walsh from the series “Heated Rivalry” sparked excitement among fans by hinting that the popular hockey romance show might be filming 12 new episodes, fueling speculation of multiple upcoming seasons.
Walsh, a 62-year-old American actor known for his role as the father of hockey player Shane Hollander in the series, made the revelation in a personalized video on the Cameo platform. The video was later shared by TikTok user Savannah Leigh, who received it as a birthday gift.
Expressing his love for the show, Walsh mentioned his pride in being part of “Heated Rivalry” and hinted at filming more episodes in Canada, suggesting a potential total of 12 new episodes.
However, after the video stirred up buzz, Walsh issued an apology and temporarily paused his Cameo account, clarifying that his comments were speculative and he had no official information to share.
Despite Walsh’s remarks, the production team behind “Heated Rivalry” has not yet responded to the actor’s comments or inquiries made by CBC News.
Apart from his role in “Heated Rivalry,” Walsh has appeared in various TV series and films, including “Nip/Tuck,” “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” and “Superman & Lois.”
The show’s creator and director, Jacob Tierney, had recently addressed fan enthusiasm and controversies surrounding the series, including issues related to casting choices and fan behavior at production locations.
Fans on social media have been speculating about the show’s future, with some suggesting that Walsh’s hint at filming 12 episodes could indicate the production of both the second and a potential third season.
“Heated Rivalry” is based on the Game Changers book series by Canadian author Rachel Reid, with the show receiving critical acclaim and numerous awards, such as a Peabody Award and a Canadian Screen Award for best drama series. The second season of the show is currently in production in Toronto and Montreal.
Recently, Crave Canada announced five new cast members for the upcoming season, including Emily Hampshire, Edvin Ryding, Robert Naylor, Sabrina Jalees, and Priyanka, who expressed excitement about joining the “Heated Rivalry” universe.
The series has garnered a dedicated fan base and received positive reviews, solidifying its position as a popular streaming choice on Crave, Bell Media’s streaming platform.
