Viral “Hawk Tuah” Star Haliey Welch Faces Death Rumors Amid Crypto Scam Controversy
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Haliey Welch, the 22-year-old social media sensation behind the viral “Hawk Tuah” clip, has found herself at the center of a storm of rumors claiming she has passed away. Despite no official confirmation, the unverified news has been circulating on X (formerly Twitter), fueling speculation and confusion.
Breaking News: Hailey Welch has been found deceased at the age of 22 years old. pic.twitter.com/0JK9S5s6Av
— Scrim (@scrimXBT) December 8, 2024
The rumors appear to stem from Welch’s recent absence on social media following allegations of involvement in a cryptocurrency scam linked to her $HAWK token. Welch’s last activity on X was on December 5, when she issued a statement addressing the controversy. Since then, she has refrained from further engagement, a silence that many have interpreted as suspicious.
One X user with a significant following posted, “Breaking News: Haliey Welch has been found deceased at the age of 22 years old.” Similar posts have since multiplied across the platform, despite a lack of credible evidence to support the claim. As of now, no official statements from Welch’s representatives or authorities have been released to confirm or deny the rumors.
Hawk Tuah fake DEATH rumors after pump and dump allegations.
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) December 8, 2024
There is no evidence she has died. 😮‼️ pic.twitter.com/Idx4Nk0Svq
Allegations Against Haliey Welch
The controversy surrounding Welch centers on accusations of her involvement in a pump-and-dump cryptocurrency scam. Welch allegedly promoted $HAWK, a token that saw a dramatic spike in value following her endorsement. At its peak on December 4, $HAWK’s market capitalization soared to $500 million, only to plummet to $25 million within days—a staggering 95% decline.
Critics have accused Welch and her associates of profiting from the scheme by selling their holdings at the peak, causing the token’s value to collapse and leaving investors with massive losses. Welch has denied any wrongdoing, claiming that neither she nor her company sold any of their holdings. However, skepticism remains high, with some alleging she exploited her social media fame to mislead investors.
Hawk Tuah Girl (Hailey Welch) gets PRESSED by Investigator Coffeezilla for allegedly scamming millions of dollars through her newly released meme coin pic.twitter.com/i2wPeiSMQJ
— ryan 🤿 (@scubaryan_) December 5, 2024Advertisement
The ongoing silence from Welch and the timing of the death rumors have led to a frenzy of online speculation. Many have questioned whether the rumors are a diversionary tactic to shift focus away from the crypto scandal. Others argue that Welch’s absence from social media may be a deliberate choice to avoid public scrutiny.
While the truth remains unclear, Welch’s story underscores the volatile intersection of internet fame, cryptocurrency, and online rumors. Until official statements are made, both the allegations and the rumors of her death should be treated with caution.
How to scam and get away with it.
— Brian (@MainnetZ_COO) December 8, 2024
1) Scam
2) Fake Death
3) Start a new life with 💰 from step 1
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