‘Heated Rivalry’ stars Connor Storrie and François Arnaud have ignited fresh dating rumors after being captured in a cozy dinner setting, with multiple reliable news outlets reporting the story within the past day.
The actors were photographed at the Smoke House restaurant in Burbank, Los Angeles, on what appeared to be a date night. Images obtained by TMZ show them sharing a booth under dim lighting, engaged in conversation and laughter. This outing follows previous sightings that have kept speculation about their relationship status alive.
Storrie, 25, and Arnaud, 40, co-star in the steamy hockey drama ‘Heated Rivalry,’ where Storrie plays Ilya Rozanov and Arnaud plays Scott Hunter. The show has garnered a passionate fanbase that often projects on-screen romances onto the actors’ real lives, leading to intense scrutiny.
Rumors first surfaced last month when the pair were seen leaving JFK Airport together after a press week in New York City. This sparked online discussions and, unfortunately, escalated to harassment, with Arnaud reportedly receiving death threats from fans who preferred Storrie’s on-screen chemistry with co-star Hudson Williams.
In response to the drama, Arnaud unfollowed several cast members on social media, which he later clarified was due to Instagram’s daily unfollow limits and unrelated to the rumors. He also shared a composite photo with Williams giving the middle finger, denying any connection to the online backlash.
Arnaud has been coy about his personal life, notably telling Andy Cohen on ‘Watch What Happens Live’ that his relationship status was ‘none of your f***ing business.’ This reticence has only added fuel to the fire, with fans interpreting his evasiveness as confirmation of a romance.
The duo was also spotted together at a Paris Fashion Week party in January, further intertwining their public appearances. With ‘Heated Rivalry’ renewed for a second season, Storrie and Arnaud will continue working closely, ensuring that speculation about their off-screen dynamic remains a topic of interest.
While representatives for both actors have not commented on the latest dinner date, the consistent pattern of joint outings suggests a significant bond. Whether this translates to a romantic relationship or a deep friendship, it highlights the blurred lines between celebrity personas and private lives in the age of social media frenzy.
