NEW DELHI: Hawk Tuah girl, Hailey Welch, appeared for her first interview on Monday after gaining popularity on the internet and addressed the rumors surrounding her personal life.

Speaking to Barstool Sports’ Brianna Lapaglia on the “Plan Bri Uncut” podcast on Monday, Hailey clarified that most of the stories circulating about her are untrue, including the claim that she was a school teacher who was fired due to the viral moment. She emphasized that, at 21 years old, she is not even old enough to be a teacher.

Hailey revealed that she was working at a spring factory when she discovered her newfound fame, but she was unaware of the extent of her popularity as she had previously left social media.

Welch recalled the moments leading up to the night her life would change forever.

While carousing with friends on the streets of Nashville after the CMA Fest music festival, she told LaPaglia, “next thing I know there’s a microphone in my face.”

Initially, Hailey was shocked when people tried to find her online and admitted that she didn’t want to be found. However, when fans started stealing photos of her from her friends’ social media accounts and creating fake pages, she decided to come forward.

“It’s kind of creepy, seeing your face on another account that don’t belong to you,” she added.

She also refuted the report that her father, a preacher, was upset by the video, stating that her parents find the whole situation hilarious and are well aware of her unfiltered sense of humor.

Despite receiving a $600 offer to spit into a jar, Hailey ultimately declined, finding the idea “revolting.” Surprisingly, she expressed that she doesn’t want “Hawk Tuah” to be her image, although she has since secured a manager and a merchandise deal following her NSFW quote.

Hailey Welch gained viral fame as Hawk Tuah girl after a street interview video by creators Tim & Dee TV. In the video, she was asked about a move that drives men crazy, to which she famously responded, “You gotta give ’em that ‘Hawk Tuah’ and spit on that thang.”

Welch’s sudden popularity led her to collaborate with Tennessee-based business Fathead Threads to sell Hawk Tuah merchandise. Jason Poteete, the owner of Fathead Threads, mentioned his long-standing acquaintance with Welch and his intention to help her profit from her viral fame.