Actor Dylan Walsh from “Heated Rivalry” may have let the cat out of the bag when he hinted at the possibility of filming twelve new episodes for the popular hockey romance series, sparking speculation among fans about potential multiple seasons being planned.
The 62-year-old American actor shared this information 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 fondness for the show and hinted at filming more episodes in Canada.
However, Walsh’s disclosure may have landed him in hot water, as he has since issued an apology and temporarily halted his Cameo account. In a statement to CBC News, he clarified that his comments were speculative and that he did not have any official information to share, expressing regret for any confusion caused to both fans and the production team.
While there has been no response yet from the show’s representatives regarding Walsh’s remarks, the actor’s slip-up has added to the buzz surrounding “Heated Rivalry.” The series, available on Crave, has been generating significant fan excitement, with recent incidents including director Jacob Tierney requesting space at production locations and fans rushing to purchase branded merchandise.
Walsh’s video has ignited speculation on social media about potential production plans for multiple seasons, with some fans theorizing that filming could be underway for both the second and third seasons. The first season of “Heated Rivalry” consisted of six episodes, with Tierney previously stating in an interview that he preferred tighter storytelling with fewer episodes per season.
Based on the Game Changers book series by Canadian author Rachel Reid, “Heated Rivalry” has received critical acclaim and multiple awards, including a Peabody Award and a Canadian Screen Award for best drama series. The show’s success led to a swift renewal for a second season, with filming currently taking place primarily in Toronto and Montreal.
In a recent Instagram post, Crave Canada announced five new cast members for the upcoming season, further fueling anticipation among fans. The additions include Emily Hampshire, Edvin Ryding, Robert Naylor, Sabrina Jalees, and Priyanka, who expressed excitement about joining the “Heated Rivalry” universe.