The actor makes his runway debut during Milan Men’s Fashion Week
Hudson Williams made his first fashion runway appearance during Milan Men’s Fashion Week on January 16, 2026. The actor, known for his role in the gay series Heated Rivalry, walked for the brand Dsquared2. His runaway debut came shortly after the massive success of the show’s first season, which concluded on December 26, 2026, after six episodes. Hudson opened the winter-themed show wearing a double denim outfit, a look that matched both his Canadian background and the brand’s own Canadian identity. This appearance marked an important step in his career, as it was his first time walking in a professional fashion show.
Clapping back at the comments about his walk in an interview
In an interview with Wonderland Magazine, conducted by his Heated Rivalry castmate Sophie Nélisse on January 28, 2026, the breakthrough star addressed the negative comments about his runway walk. He said some people criticized his style and felt that his walk was too stiff. In addition, he explained that he tried to imitate high-fashion models but later realized that Dsquared2 models usually have a more relaxed and confident demeanor. Finally, the Heated Rivalry heartthrob admitted that modeling felt challenging and said he regretted not practicing more before the show.
“Some people were like, ‘Face card, no walk card.’ I had so much salt. I was trying to [channel] models who do high fashion, the stiff, robot walk. But then Dsquared2 is a fun show where you’re meant to swag it up. And I was like, I could have swagged it up. I could have walked with umph.”
Public appearances following his criticized his fashion debut
After the runway show, Hudson Williams continued to appear at major public events with his castmate Connor Storrie. In less than a month, both actors attended the Golden Globe Awards on January 11, 2026, wearing Giorgio Armani and Saint Laurent. They later participated as torchbearers in the Olympic Torch Relay on January 25, 2025. Meanwhile, the series creator also confirmed that work on a second season of Heated Rivalry will begin soon.