'Heated Rivalry' shut out of Emmy nominations while Connor Storrie earns individual nod

"Heated Rivalry," a gay hockey drama that became a hit on HBO Max, received no Emmy nominations despite its popularity, due to a formal eligibility issue that prevented voters from honouring it even if they wished. However, one of its stars, Connor Storrie, did receive an individual Emmy nomination. The show's exclusion highlights how eligibility rules can sideline popular streaming titles.