At a Glance
- Connor Storrie chose to keep decade-old YouTube clips online despite new fame
- Videos from 2012 show preteen Storrie discussing Katy Perry and introducing himself
- Why it matters: The 25-year-old’s decision signals self-acceptance amid sudden stardom
Connor Storrie’s childhood YouTube videos resurfaced after his breakout role in Heated Rivalry, but the actor deliberately left them online as a personal milestone.
The Viral Videos
Storrie’s 2012 uploads gained traction when fans discovered them following his international rise. One clip shows 12-year-old Storrie analyzing Katy Perry’s “Firework,” while another features him introducing himself to the camera.
Connor Storrie explained his decision at the January 7 SAG Awards:
> “It felt like the end of a sort of self-acceptance ritual.”
> “It feels cool to accept that.”
From Child Creator to Leading Man
The actor’s journey began with short films he wrote and directed before transitioning to professional roles:
- 2018: Started acting career in short films
- 2023: Appeared in Riley
- 2024: Played young Arkham inmate in Joker: Folie à Deux
His portrayal of hockey player Ilya Rozanov in Heated Rivalry (based on Rachel Reid’s novel) catapulted him to fame in late 2025.
Life After Stardom
Storrie described his new reality to Interview Magazine:
> “It’s been go, go, go, go, go. Luckily for me, I love hard work.”
The six-episode HBO Max series follows two rival hockey players in a secret romance, exceeding the actor’s expectations.
Key Takeaways
- Storrie rejected help to remove videos, choosing authenticity over image control
- The actor’s career spans from childhood content creation to major streaming success
- Heated Rivalry transformed him from working actor to international sensation
Storrie’s conscious choice to embrace his digital footprint alongside his professional achievements marks a refreshing approach to fame in the social media age.
