Connor Storrie, star of “Heated Rivalry,” is set to make his first morning television appearance on January 14. The actor will visit Studio 1A to be interviewed on NBC’s TODAY. His participation comes in the wake of the show’s success since its U.S. premiere on November 28, streaming on HBO Max.
Upcoming TV Appearances
Before his morning show debut, Storrie will appear on “Late Night with Seth Meyers” on January 12. He recently co-hosted the nominations announcement for the SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards on January 7 alongside Janelle James from “Abbott Elementary.”
About “Heated Rivalry”
- Character: Storrie portrays Ilya Rozanov, a talented Russian hockey player.
- Setting: The fictionalized professional hockey league in Boston.
- Love Story: Ilya’s romantic involvement with Canadian player Shane Hollander, played by Hudson Williams.
- Episodes: The series consists of six episodes that detail their relationship over several years.
Storrie’s co-star, Hudson Williams, also made his late night debut on January 7 by appearing on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” The debut sparked enthusiasm among fans, drawing crowds to NBC’s 30 Rock.
Renewal and Background
The first season of “Heated Rivalry” concluded with a finale on December 26. Following its success, a second season was announced on December 12 by Canadian streamer Crave. The series draws its inspiration from Rachel Reid’s romance novel of the same name, first published in 2019. A continuation of the love story appears in her 2022 novel, “The Long Game.”
Storrie’s upcoming appearances and the renewed interest in “Heated Rivalry” reflect the growing fascination with hockey-themed narratives. Fans eagerly anticipate both the morning show interview and the continuation of Ilya and Shane’s compelling story.
