Is Hailey Welch Dating an NFL Star? ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl Sparks Romance Rumours

Hailey Welch skyrocketed to social media fame overnight thanks to her catchy "Hawk Tuah.” The viral video sparked a wave of online buzz, quickly propelling her into the spotlight. She’s since expanded her presence across multiple platforms, making appearances on podcasts and shows, and now hosts her own podcast, Talk Tuah. Recently, Hailey has once again made headlines, this time with rumors hinting that she’s dating a well-known NFL superstar. Let’s dive deeper into these relationship rumors.

‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Hailey Welch is generating buzz as rumors suggest she is dating the NFL Superstar

When Hailey Welch posted a new teaser video for the upcoming episode of her Talk Tuah podcast on X, fans quickly began speculating that she's dating Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold. The teaser hints that Welch will reveal her partner's identity in the next episode, featuring a photo of her with Darnold, which has only intensified rumors of a possible relationship.

Currently, Hailey Welch has a boyfriend she affectionately calls "Pookie." As she mentioned to Jake Paul on a previous podcast, Pookie has "black hair and the longest eyelashes you've ever seen." When asked about the length of their relationship, Welch found it hard to give a clear answer, describing it as complicated. Ultimately, she and her co-host estimated their relationship to be between one and three years, though Welch noted they haven’t officially labeled their romance.

About Hailey Welch

During a street interview, Hailey Welch used the catchphrase "Hawk Tuah." When the video was posted online in 2024, her catchphrase quickly went viral, making her an overnight sensation. The video amassed millions of views on TikTok and Instagram, inspiring countless remixes and parodies of the original audio, and earning her the nickname "Hawk Tuah Girl." The phrase and video evolved into a popular meme.

Previously a minimum-wage factory worker, Welch soon launched an Instagram account, amassing a large social media following and attracting media attention. She went on to found a company, register trademarks, secure representation with an agent, and sell merchandise themed around the catchphrase, along with making paid appearances. On August 15, 2024, she threw the ceremonial first pitch at a New York Mets game and launched her podcast, Talk Tuah, under the Betr media company, co-founded by Jake Paul.