Actor Dylan Walsh, known for his role in “Heated Rivalry,” hinted at the potential filming of twelve new episodes for the popular hockey romance series. This sparked excitement among fans, with speculation rising about the possibility of multiple upcoming seasons.
Walsh, a 62-year-old American actor, made these revelations in a video posted on the Cameo platform, where celebrities create personalized videos for a fee. The video was later shared by a TikTok user named Savannah Leigh, who received it as a birthday gift.
In the video, Walsh expressed his love for his role in “Heated Rivalry” and hinted at returning to Canada to shoot additional episodes. However, following the release of this information, Walsh issued an apology and temporarily deactivated his Cameo account, admitting that he should not have made speculative comments without official confirmation.
Despite Walsh’s statement, the show’s representatives have yet to respond to inquiries regarding his remarks.
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 speculation surrounding the new episodes arose amidst recent fan enthusiasm and controversies surrounding the show. The series creator, Jacob Tierney, had previously requested space for the production, and fans rushed to purchase branded merchandise after spotting one of the actors with it.
Fans on social media have speculated that Walsh’s mention of twelve episodes could potentially indicate production for both the upcoming second and third seasons of “Heated Rivalry.” Tierney had previously mentioned his preference for shorter seasons, stating that he aimed for quality over quantity.
Based on the “Game Changers” book series by Canadian author Rachel Reid, “Heated Rivalry” has garnered critical acclaim, winning awards such as the Peabody Award and the Canadian Screen Award for best drama series. The show’s second season, currently in production in Toronto and Montreal, has added five new cast members, as announced by Crave Canada on Instagram.