Meet Jacob Tierney, creator of viral ice hockey romance series Heated Rivalry
Tierney began his cinematic journey at just 6 years old – he’s now a writer, director and actor, and has worked with his late producer dad
HBO Max and Crave’s steamy ice hockey romance series Heated Rivalry, which has generated plenty of buzz since its premiere in November, is officially getting a second season.
“Watching our show become an international phenomenon has been extraordinary,” the show’s creator, Jacob Tierney, and executive producer Brendan Brady shared in a statement, per Today. “We’re profoundly grateful to everyone that has been on this journey with us. Being renewed for a second season so early is a true honour, and we can’t wait to bring you even more of what you love.”
In a recent interview with Canadian entertainment news show Etalk, Tierney expressed his hope that Heated Rivalry would leave fans with “horny joy”. He’d previously told The Hollywood Reporter that while he initially didn’t think he’d adapt the book due to its “level of smut”, he decided to do it “because it’s gay and hockey”, which he said he identified with.
So, who is Jacob Tierney?
What’s his background?
Tierney, 46, refers to himself as “a queer, half-Jewish guy from Montreal”, according to The Globe and Mail. His father was Kevin Tierney, the late Canadian film producer best known for producing and co-writing Bon Cop, Bad Cop (2006).
Tierney also has Irish roots, per entertainment news outlet Playback. His mother, Terry Smiley, was a teacher while his sister, Brigid Tierney, is an actress.
What’s he known for?
