Michigan man lists 'Hawk Tuah' boat for sale after viral TikTok fame

A Michigan man is selling his boat named after the viral “Hawk Tuah” TikTok moment that took the internet by storm.

Rob Worth, a 52-year-old software developer from Alpena, has listed his 1996 Tempest 152 for sale at $4,200 — and it's drawing attention thanks to its name: “Hawk Tuah.”

Worth tells TMZ the boat, which has been listed for about two weeks, is in good condition with a recent oil change and new battery. It can reach speeds of up to 50 mph and was renamed at the height of Haliey Welch’s unexpected rise to fame. Welch went viral for her infamous “Hawk Tuah” comment in a TikTok video, which quickly became a meme and cultural catchphrase.

Worth, a fan of Welch's viral video, said the name often sparked conversation whenever he took the boat out on the lake. However, he’s now looking to upgrade to a larger vessel, prompting the sale. While the listing has attracted some interest, Worth notes that most of the offers so far have been lowball bids.

The sale of the "Hawk Tuah" boat is the latest sign of how internet culture continues to influence real-world items and even sales listings. Whether the next owner pops a bottle of champagne or gives it the signature “spit,” the vessel has already left its mark on the TikTok generation.