Hawk Tuah girl, also known as Hailey Welch, is riding the wave of her viral fame all the way to the stage with one of country music’s biggest names. Recently gaining internet notoriety for her cheeky advice on what drives men wild in bed, Hailey has now found herself in the spotlight for a different reason. During a candid interview with Tim & Dee TV, she famously quipped, “You gotta give ’em that ‘hawk tuah’ and spit on that thing, you get me?” This unexpectedly caught the public’s eye, propelling her to social media stardom.
Since her viral moment, Hailey has managed to turn her new fame into a profitable venture, reportedly earning over $65,000 from ‘Hawk Tuah’ merchandise alone. Her exclusive line of merchandise is currently being produced by Fathead Threads, a company keen on capitalizing on viral moments.
Hailey’s fame skyrocketed even further after she was invited to share the stage with Zach Bryan in Nashville. The event occurred last night, June 29, where she performed ‘Revival’ alongside the country star.
However, her stage appearance has sparked mixed reactions online. While some are thrilled, commenting on social media platforms like TikTok, calling it “the best finale I’ve ever seen” and “iconic as hell,” others are less impressed. Critical voices have emerged with comments like, “We make the wrong people famous,” and “I’m officially over this,” expressing dissatisfaction with the current celebrity culture.
@zachbryanarchive Zach Bryan invited the Hawk Tuah girl on stage for ‘Revival’ in Nashville, Tennessee! #ZachBryan #HawkTuah
Despite the divided public opinion, Hailey’s sudden fame has reportedly been overwhelming for her. According to Jason Poteete, her business partner and the owner of Fathead Threads, Hailey has found the attention somewhat daunting. “She’s probably one of the most well-known people in the world at this point. But I don’t know if she’s embraced it,” he told Rolling Stone. He also emphasized that Hailey hasn’t made any money directly from the viral video itself, which prompted him to partner with her and ensure she could profit from her unexpected fame.
There were also rumors that Hailey, a school teacher, had lost her job due to the explicit nature of her comments. However, these rumors have been debunked as false. As Hailey navigates her newfound visibility, the journey from viral sensation to a potential fixture in the entertainment industry continues to unfold in unexpected ways.