Martha Stewart Criticizes HBO’s LGBTQ+ Hockey Show

Martha Stewart recently shared her thoughts on HBO’s gay hockey show, “Heated Rivalry,” during an interview with Kay Adams. When asked if she was watching the show to gear up for the Olympics, Martha made it clear that it’s not really her cup of tea.

“I tried. It doesn’t turn me on. That’s not my stuff,” Martha said.

It seems like Martha and Kay are not the target audience for this particular show, as their reaction suggests. While we can’t speak to personal preferences, it’s clear that they weren’t completely sold on the idea.

Interestingly, there has been some speculation about the show’s popularity. According to Nielsen’s weekly Streaming Top 10 reports, “Heated Rivalry” did not make it onto the list during its debut window in late 2025. Subsequent reports also showed that the show was not among the top choices for viewers.

Despite claims of being a “global phenomenon” by HBO, they have chosen not to disclose viewership numbers for “Heated Rivalry.” This has raised questions about the show’s actual popularity and viewership figures.

While Martha may not be tuning into this particular series, there are plenty of other shows out there to enjoy. As the Olympics approach, hockey fans have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to entertainment.

In the end, everyone has their own taste when it comes to TV shows, and it’s perfectly fine if “Heated Rivalry” doesn’t resonate with everyone. Happy Super Bowl Friday!