Hudson Williams and Katelyn Larson Make Red Carpet Debut

Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams brings his longtime girlfriend to the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Mar. 16, 2026 at 8:42am

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Hudson Williams, the 25-year-old star of the hit Canadian drama Heated Rivalry, made his red carpet debut with his girlfriend Katelyn Larson at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. The couple posed for photos together, with Williams wearing a sheer, sleeveless black top and Larson in a midriff-baring black lace number. Williams' Heated Rivalry co-star Connor Storrie also attended the event, wearing a similar torso-baring sheer top.

Why it matters

Williams has kept his love life private since Heated Rivalry premiered in 2025 and made him a global star. This red carpet appearance with Larson marks the first time the couple has publicly confirmed their relationship, which Williams has described as lasting since his 'broke down' 2000 Mazda Protege days.

The details

At the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Williams and Larson locked arms as they posed for photos on the red carpet. Williams' sheer, sleeveless black top showed off his torso, while Larson complemented him in a midriff-baring black lace number. The couple's Heated Rivalry co-star Connor Storrie also attended the event, wearing a similar sheer, torso-bearing top.

  • The 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party took place on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
  • Heated Rivalry premiered in November 2025.

The players

Hudson Williams

A 25-year-old actor who stars as Shane Hollander in the hit Canadian drama Heated Rivalry.

Katelyn Larson

Hudson Williams' longtime girlfriend, who made her red carpet debut with him at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.

Connor Storrie

Hudson Williams' co-star in Heated Rivalry, who also attended the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party wearing a similar sheer, torso-bearing top.

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What they’re saying

“Don't call yourself a fan if you share racist / homophobic / biphobic / misogynistic / ageist/ ableist / parasocial/ bigoted comments of any kind. None of us need your hateful 'love.'”

— Hudson Williams and Francois Arnaud, Heated Rivalry Co-stars

“I didn't think there would be as many disrespectful people as there are. And vice versa, I didn't think there would be as many respectful people as there are. I thought everyone would just be screaming, nice, or kind of like, 'Oh my God.' But there are people who are like, 'No, let's be respectful to him and his private life. Let's not share these photos. When we approach him on the street, let's be mindful of appropriate times.' I'm seeing those comments, and that's cool.”

— Hudson Williams, Actor

The takeaway

Hudson Williams and Katelyn Larson's red carpet debut at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party marks the first time the couple has publicly confirmed their long-term relationship, which Williams has described as lasting since his 'broke down' 2000 Mazda Protege days. This appearance comes amid increased scrutiny and fan fervor surrounding Williams and his Heated Rivalry co-stars, which the actors have addressed by calling for respectful fan engagement.