Actor Connor Storrie, who plays Ilya Rozanov in the popular series Heated Rivalry, is reaching an exciting new milestone in his career. He is set to make his late-night television debut on Late Night with Seth Meyers on Monday, January 12, 2026. The announcement comes as the show continues to gain massive popularity on Crave in Canada and HBO Max worldwide. Fans of the series are eager to see Storrie appear on one of television’s most well-known late-night talk shows.
Connor Storrie to Make Late-Night Debut on Seth Meyers
The news follows another big moment for the Heated Rivalry cast. Just one day earlier, it was announced that Hudson Williams, who plays Shane Hollander, will appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on January 7. The back-to-back late-night appearances highlight the growing success of the show and its lead actors. Both stars are quickly becoming fan favorites thanks to their powerful performances and on-screen chemistry.
Heated Rivalry is based on the popular “Game Changers” novels and tells the story of two professional hockey players, Ilya and Shane, who secretly fall in love. Both characters are closeted athletes, and the series follows their relationship as it grows from a physical connection into deep emotional love. Over six episodes, the show explores themes of identity, secrecy, trust, and personal courage, which have strongly connected with viewers.
The season finale was especially emotional for fans. In the final episode, Ilya and Shane finally get to spend two full weeks together and openly say “I love you” for the first time. Their relationship is also revealed to Shane’s parents, and Ilya supports Shane as he comes out. Connor Storrie has said these quieter moments were his favorite to film, as they allowed the characters to fully breathe and grow emotionally.
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Since its release in November, Heated Rivalry has become a major hit for both streaming platforms. Connor Storrie’s upcoming appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers marks another important step in his rising career. With growing fan support and critical praise, it is clear that both the actor and the series are only just getting started.
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