Lesbians see something in “Heated Rivalry” that TV still won’t give them
Friday, February 13, 2026
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Lesbians are flocking to "Heated Rivalry" due to the scarcity of sapphic romances on TV, with Hudson Williams' character Shane Hollander becoming a relatable figure for queer women, as noted by commentator Ava Pauline Emilione in Salon.
The online trend #lesbians4hudsonwilliams, sparked by celebian Reneé Rapp's TikTok post, showcases the playful adoration for Williams, with some fans joking about their intense attraction to the 24-year-old actor, as reported by Emilione.
The show's portrayal of a drawn-out situationship between Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, which develops into mutual passion, resonates with queer women who have experienced similar longing and uncertainty in their own relationships, as discussed in Emilione's commentary on the lack of queer representation in media.
