The 2026 Golden Globes featured memorable moments, but the standout that caught the internet’s eye unfolded backstage. Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams, the emerging stars of Heated Rivalry, posed for photos with K-pop sensation Joshua Hong, crafting one of the evening’s most viral highlights.

When three of the most buzzed-about stars on the internet converge, the outcome is a clip that has already garnered 1.8 million views and continues to grow.

As Joshua introduced himself backstage, Williams, who has Korean heritage, brightened up, warmly responding, “A fellow Korean,” before they exchanged handshakes, beaming with joy. The interaction became even more adorable from there. In the video and photos, the trio relished the moment, exhibiting playful gestures and synchronizing their leg kicks.

The crossover felt particularly appropriate given the shared moment for all three. Heated Rivalry and its stars have captured the focus of awards-season weekend, taking over timelines and pre-show discussions despite the show’s ineligibility for Golden Globes recognition.

On a related note, Joshua arrived at the event ready for this meeting. Earlier on the red carpet that night, the Seventeen member revealed to Gold Derby that fans had been eagerly suggesting Heated Rivalry to him, expressing excitement about meeting the cast and intention to watch the series.

Fans were extremely enthusiastic regarding the charming encounter.

One photo perfectly represents pop culture in 2026: limitless, cross-industry, and fueled by fandom. For their inaugural Golden Globes, Storrie, Williams, and Joshua dominated the night online, where the true energy of awards season exists.