TL;DR
- Hudson Williams urges fans to stop shipping him with Connor Storrie.
- He clarified their relationship is purely platonic.
- Both stars made a splash at the Met Gala.
- Williams recently shared he has a long-term girlfriend.
- Storrie remains private about his dating life.
In a world where fan fiction often blurs the lines between reality and fantasy, Hudson Williams is setting the record straight. Following their dazzling debuts at the 2026 Met Gala, the star of the hit series Heated Rivalry has taken to social media to call out fans who are shipping him with his co-star, Connor Storrie. “RPFing gotta stop y’all,” he declared on Threads, making it clear that the romantic narratives some fans are weaving are far from the truth.
Since the gay hockey series hit Crave last year, viewers have been captivated not only by the on-screen chemistry between Williams and Storrie but also by their authentic portrayals of queer characters. However, the speculation about their sexuality has spiraled into a frenzy of fan theories and shipping wars. Williams, however, is not having it.
On May 5, just a day after the Met Gala, he posted a message that left no room for misinterpretation. RPF, which stands for “Real Person Fiction,” refers to the practice of fans creating romantic scenarios involving real people, often celebrities. While fans may find joy in these narratives, Williams is urging them to respect the boundaries of reality.
The Met Gala itself was a spectacle, with both stars showcasing their unique styles. Connor Storrie turned heads in a stunning Saint Laurent ensemble, featuring a sleeveless black-and-white polka-dot extra-long lavallière top. Meanwhile, Williams opted for a custom Balenciaga look, complete with a dramatic black silk faille cape that many interpreted as a nod to his co-star.
Despite the buzz surrounding their appearances, Williams has previously shared glimpses of his personal life, revealing that he has a long-term girlfriend. He hinted at their enduring relationship, saying, “She’s been with me since my 2000 gold Mazda Protegé smoked and squealed and I had no job.” As for Storrie, he remains tight-lipped about his dating life, although he was rumored to have a fling with co-star François Arnaud earlier this year.
In a candid moment on CTV’s talk show The Society, Storrie emphasized their friendship, stating, “Hudson and I are best friends. We became really close really quickly, and it’s much easier to have sex on camera and fall in love with someone if you’re friends.” With matching tattoos to prove their bond, it’s clear that their relationship is grounded in friendship rather than romance.
As the fandom continues to speculate, Williams’ message is a reminder to fans that while they may love the characters on-screen, the actors behind them have their own lives and relationships that deserve respect. So, let’s keep the fantasy in the fiction, shall we?