Haliey Welch, better known as the 'Hawk Tuah' girl, shot to internet fame in June 2024 after a street interview where she coined the phrase 'hawk tuah' to describe spitting during intimacy. The clip went viral, and she quickly capitalised on her newfound fame by launching merchandise and a podcast with Jake Paul's media company. However, the podcast was short-lived due to the impracticality of travelling weekly between LA and her home in the Midwest.
Her biggest downfall came in December 2024 when she launched a memecoin called $HAWK, which crashed within hours, causing some fans to lose their life savings. The coin was not registered with US authorities, and her attempts to calm investors were met with frustration when she abruptly ended a livestream, saying she was 'going to bed'.
After a period of absence, Welch has begun a comeback. She started streaming on Twitch and recently made a cameo in the Disney+ series 'Chad Powers', playing herself in a nightclub scene. The appearance marks her first acting role and signals a potential resurgence for the viral star.
