Omar Rudberg and his co-star Edvin Ryding were featured on the November 2022 cover of Gay Times. The extensive feature was part of the global promotional cycle for the second season of Young Royals. 

Key Highlights from the 2022 Feature 

• The Cover: The duo posed for a high-fashion cover story that quickly became a fan favorite.
• Season 2 Insights: In the interview, they discussed the evolution of their characters, Simon and Wilhelm, and the "passionate" and "messy" storylines fans could expect from the new episodes.
• Stardom & Representation: Omar reflected on his sudden rise to international superstardom and the impact the show has had on global queer representation.
• Heartstopper Crossover: A viral moment from the interview involved the pair discussing the possibility of a crossover with the cast of the Netflix hit Heartstopper. 

Interview Context

The feature was captured by photographer Jasper Rens van Es and included a series of "cute moments" and behind-the-scenes clips released on social media throughout October and November 2022.