Following news of his casting in the upcoming second season of the hit Canadian television series Heated Rivalry, out actor Justice Smith sent a message of thanks to the fans who have welcomed him into the franchise. “they cast a twink as Harris for Heated Rivalry season 2…” one person wrote, alongside a meme of Lady Gaga holding a bear pride flag. “Happy for Justice but mourning MY harris,” wrote another person, who posted a picture of actor Larry Owens. Smith seemed to be allaying some of these potential fears about his casting in his Instagram Story post. They immediately connected with the vulnerability and resilience at the core of these characters, bringing an instinctive understanding of who Harris and Troy are.”