Canadian pop superstar Carly Rae Jepsen has revealed that she named her newborn baby after a character from the popular online series "Heated Rivalry." Jepsen shared this detail in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, stating the baby's name is inspired by Ilya Rozanov.
Online discussions among fans have also suggested that the name Hudson Williams, a co-star of the character Rozanov, might become a popular choice for baby boys, indicating sustained interest in the series and its characters. "Heated Rivalry" is set to release its second season in April 2027. Jepsen also expressed interest in contributing a song to the upcoming season, calling it a "dream" opportunity.