Dylan Walsh, known for his role as David Hollander in the popular hockey romance series “Heated Rivalry,” has found himself facing consequences after revealing upcoming plot details in a viral video clip. The actor recently paused his account on the celebrity video platform Cameo, citing that he got “in trouble” for his oversharing.
Viral Video Sparks Controversy
In a video aimed at a fan on Cameo, Walsh mentioned, “Getting ready to go back up to Canada and shoot some more episodes… so, I think we’re doing 12 this time.” This remark raises eyebrows, particularly since show creator Jacob Tierney has previously expressed a desire to keep seasons concise, saying he prefers to limit episodes to six per season.
Implications for Future Seasons
Tierney has stated, “I would always rather tighten the belt than get loosey-goosey. I would rather be like, ‘Let’s see how much story we can pack into these episodes.’” Fans speculate that Walsh’s comment could indicate that Seasons 2 and 3 are being filmed simultaneously or that Season 2 will be split into two parts.
Temporary Hiatus on Cameo
According to Entertainment Weekly, a notice on Walsh’s Cameo account stated it would be unavailable for personalized videos until August 2027. Walsh also left a message saying, “Stepping away because a video went viral that got me in trouble.” These notes have since been removed from his profile.
The Ironic Twist
Interestingly, Walsh’s slip mirrors a plot point from Rachel Reid’s novel “The Long Game,” which serves as the source material for the second season and includes a storyline revolving around a viral video on a Cameo-like app.
Season 2 and Show Synopsis
The series centers around the secret romance between two rival ice hockey players, Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie), with Walsh portraying Shane’s father. The dramatic tension escalates when he unexpectedly discovers their relationship in the Season 1 finale.
Season 2 is anticipated to premiere in the spring of 2027. Variety has reached out to a representative for Walsh, who is also recognized for his role in “Nip/Tuck.”
