‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Skates Onto Connor Storrie’s ‘SNL’ Debut In Cameo

Connor Storrie made his debut as a host on Saturday Night Live (SNL) on February 28, 2023. Storrie, a 26-year-old actor known for his breakout role in the series 'Heated Rivalry,' opened the show with a monologue that humorously addressed the recent controversy surrounding the male U.S. hockey team. He shifted focus to honor the women’s USA hockey team, acknowledging their achievements and the slight they received from the men’s team and President Donald Trump during the recent Olympics (Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, Variety). During the episode, Storrie was joined by his 'Heated Rivalry' co-star Hudson Williams, who made a cameo appearance in a sketch. Williams, a Canadian actor, skated onto the SNL stage, crashing into Storrie and fellow cast members Mikey Day and Ben Marshall. The sketch was filmed outside the Rink at Rockefeller Center, where Storrie portrayed a character at a bachelor party, enjoying ice skating with friends (Hollywood Reporter, USA Today, Variety). The collaboration between Storrie and Williams was well-received, with USA Today highlighting the perfect timing of Williams’ cameo alongside Storrie’s hosting debut. The episode showcased the chemistry between the two actors, further emphasizing their connection from their work on 'Heated Rivalry' (USA Today, Deadline). Overall, Storrie’s SNL debut was marked by a blend of humor and heartfelt recognition of the women’s hockey team, alongside a fun reunion with his co-star.