NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – The woman who skyrocketed to fame after a video of her sharing an enthusiastic sex tip went viral has finally broken her silence. Haliey Welch, now famously known as the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl, recently revealed her astonishment at becoming an overnight sensation, the unsettling reactions she received from men online, and her parents’ nonchalant response to her explicit advice.
During a podcast interview with Brianna Lapaglia on Plan Bri Uncut, Welch recounted how fans offered her up to $600 to spit in a jar for them. Despite the financial incentives, she expressed reservations about being known as the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl indefinitely. Welch also disclosed that she had left her factory job and hired management since a video explaining how to please a man in bed went viral on YouTube, amassing over 3 million views after its release on June 19.
When asked about her parents’ thoughts on her viral comment, Welch shared that they found it amusing, emphasizing that they never knew what to expect from her. In an attempt to shield herself from the sudden publicity, Welch initially retreated to rural Tennessee where her friends and family surrounded her protectively.
Since her unexpected rise to fame, Welch has been inundated with unsettling offers from fans, including requests through her business partner for special ‘Hawk Tuah’ merchandise. She expressed disgust at some of the proposals, such as an offer of $600 for her to spit in a jar for sale. Welch also voiced her frustration at the misuse of her name online and the creation of accounts featuring her photos, despite having deleted all her social media accounts six months prior to becoming a viral sensation.
Despite the overwhelming attention and some negative reactions, Welch remains unfazed by the haters. She confidently stated that she doesn’t care about the people who spread hate, emphasizing that she doesn’t even know them. Looking ahead, Welch revealed her plans to embark on a journey across the country, appearing on various shows and podcasts, promising that there is more to come.
In a wide-ranging interview, Welch debunked rumors about her background, clarifying that she worked in a spring factory and not as a schoolteacher as initially speculated. Additionally, she dispelled the rumor that her father was a preacher, highlighting the misconceptions that arose in the wake of her sudden fame. Welch also expressed her desire to move past being solely known as the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl, indicating that she hopes to explore other facets of her personality and talents beyond the viral video that catapulted her into the spotlight.