Haliey Welch's Viral Journey to Be Explored in New Documentary
The 'Hawk Tuah Girl' teams up with Emmy-winning Bungalow Media + Entertainment to chronicle her rise to fame, public scrutiny, and life after internet stardom.
- Haliey Welch, known for her viral 'hawk tuah' catchphrase, will be the subject of a documentary by Bungalow Media + Entertainment.
- The film will explore Welch's unexpected rise to fame in June 2024, when a YouTube video featuring her quirky sex tip garnered over 40 million views in days.
- The documentary will delve into the challenges Welch faced, including intense public scrutiny and a crypto-related controversy, as well as her efforts to build a career from her viral moment.
- Welch embraced her internet fame, launching a podcast, merchandise, a dating app, and a charity, while amassing millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram.
- The project, which includes interviews with Welch and those close to her, aims to provide insight into the broader cultural phenomenon of social media fame and its risks and rewards.