Viral 'Hawk Tuah' Star Set for Streaming Debut at Dreamhack Atlanta

Hailey Welch, also known as the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl, is set to make her streaming debut on Kick during Dreamhack Atlanta. Welch, who gained viral fame with her ‘Hawk Tuah’ video, announced on October 2 via Twitter/X that she will host a Meet and Greet event at Dreamhack, which will be live-streamed on Kick on October 5. The announcement poster included a QR code promoting her charity foundation, "Paws Across America," which focuses on raising awareness and providing financial assistance to animal charities across the United States.

While it’s unclear whether Welch has signed a formal deal with Kick, the platform is known for securing high-profile creators with lucrative contracts. Streamers like xQc and Amouranth have signed significant deals, with Amouranth claiming her income doubled due to her agreement with Kick. Welch's streaming debut marks the next step in her rising career, following the success of her podcast, Tawk Tuah, which quickly became the fourth most popular show on Spotify, trailing behind figures like Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, and Joe Rogan.

Welch has leveraged her viral fame into a growing online presence, with millions of followers and various ventures, including her podcast and charity work.