A Journey to Internet Stardom
Haliey Welch, better known as the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl, experienced a whirlwind of attention when a video of her answering a question about what drives men crazy in the bedroom went viral. Her unexpected response, “You gotta’ give him that hawk tuah and spit on that thing,” took the internet by storm and skyrocketed her to fame. The clip, shared on Tim & Dee TV, has been viewed over five million times, making Haliey somewhat of a national treasure.
The Downsides of Fame
However, fame has its drawbacks, as Haliey recently shared in an interview with Australian radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O. She revealed that she can no longer go out in public alone due to concerns for her safety. Feeling paranoid about the possibility of being kidnapped, Haliey admitted, “I’m little too, so I can’t really defend myself with big people or nothing like that.” The impact on her daily life has left her feeling unsettled and cautious.
Haliey also recounted an encounter she had with a stranger at Walmart who claimed to know her. These experiences have further fueled her unease. Additionally, she opened up about the challenges of explaining her viral catchphrase, ‘hawk tuah,’ to her family, particularly her grandma. It took three attempts before her grandma finally understood its meaning. Undoubtedly, these situations have been awkward for Haliey.
The Strange Requests
In addition to the challenges, Haliey’s collaborator, who helps create hats featuring her infamous phrase, has received some peculiar requests from fans. Haliey shared that he was offered $600 to have her spit in a jar and sell it. She has also been approached numerous times about starting an OnlyFans page, with some people even requesting pictures of her feet. These bizarre requests shed light on the strange side of internet fame.
Finding the Silver Lining
Despite the difficulties, Haliey has also experienced some positive outcomes from her viral success. One significant benefit is that she has been able to leave her 9-5 job at the spring factory. In an Instagram video, she joyfully declared, “I quit my job at the spring factory, and so I don’t have to eat Taco Bell all the time – but I’m still going to do it anyways.” Haliey’s ability to navigate her newfound fame with humor and resilience serves as a reminder that fame, while appealing, can bring unexpected consequences.
