Hudson Williams is getting cancelled for banned gesture: More details

‘Heated Rivalry’ star Hudson Williams lands in hot water with recent move

By Hifza Ahmed Siddiqui June 08, 2026
Hudson Williams is getting cancelled for banned gesture: More details
Hudson Williams is getting cancelled for banned gesture: More details

Hudson Williams, who is known for his role in Heated Rivalry, sparked a wave of intense scrutiny after an old picture of the star resurfaced online.

The 25-year-old singer was called out after an older picture of the star with several bizarre signs on his face and neck resurfaced as he posed with friends by his side.

The All I Need for Christmas star reportedly had a “swastika” sign drawn on his forehead which is banned in several countries, including Germany.

Hudson Williams is getting cancelled for banned gesture: More details

Hudson noticeably had an inverted cross as well, raising eyebrows online with many calling others to cancel the star.

One of the X users was of the opinion that “male celebrities can commit the worst crimes and still get away with it,” while another netizen noted: “How exactly was he unaware when it was clear on his forehead.”

Meanwhile, people have highlighted his “racist” account name which left several fans disheartened, noting that it appeared he was mocking people of a particular race.

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This came after the source close to the Canadian actor told TMZ that he did not know what “was being drawn on his face at that time” as he was under the influence.

The outlet highlighted that the sign on star’s face do not associate with his beliefs, values, or characters.”

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