5 things you didn't know about Hawk Tuah girl's friend Chelsea Bradford

Modified Jan 14, 2025 16:35 GMT

Chelsea Bradford (Image via Instagram/@chelseabradford_)

Chelsea Bradford is the loyal companion of the viral “Hawk Tuah girl,” Haliey Welch, who has unexpectedly found herself in the spotlight. The Tennessee native was beside Hailey during the now-iconic street interview in Nashville, where Welch’s response took social media by storm.

Despite her growing online presence, Chelsea remains more reserved compared to Haliey. She has only nine Instagram posts, and she limits her public interactions.

Chelsea co-hosts the Talk Tuah podcast alongside Haliey, and they share insights into their viral fame and everyday lives. Interestingly, Chelsea played a key role in reaching out to Tim and Dee, the creators of the original viral video.

5 lesser-known things about Hawk Tuah girl's friend Chelsea Bradford

1) Instrumental in revealing Hailey's identity

Chelsea Bradford played a significant role in revealing Haliey Welch’s identity to the public. It started when she tagged Haliey in an Instagram story. The tag allowed fans, who had been curious about the “Hawk Tuah” girl, to locate Haliey’s Instagram profile.

Before this, much of the internet buzz about Haliey revolved around speculation. The tag confirmed her presence on social media and gave fans a direct connection to her.

The story gained traction quickly, and fans began following Haliey, leading to her online fame growing even more. This act, though seemingly small, bridged the gap between Haliey’s viral fame and her personal online presence. It also sparked more interest in Haliey’s life beyond her “Hawk Tuah” moment.

2) Active on VSCO

Chelsea Bradford is active on VSCO, a platform known for sharing photography and creative content. Her account features numerous photos of herself, Haliey Welch, and their close-knit group of friends. This has made her account a point of interest for fans curious about Haliey beyond her fame.

The pictures range from casual group outings to more candid, everyday moments, painting a picture of their friendship. These posts allow followers to see Haliey in a different light—off-camera and as part of her social circle.

3) Podcast co-host

Chelsea Bradford co-hosts the Talk Tuah podcast alongside Haliey Welch, leveraging the viral attention from Haliey’s famous moment. The podcast is a platform where the duo discusses a variety of topics, including behind-the-scenes details of their rise to internet fame, personal anecdotes, and trending issues that resonate with their audience.

Each episode is conversational, and fans happen to appreciate the casual, unscripted tone; they chat about life, fame, and everything in between. Talk Tuah has also become a way for Haliey and Chelsea to connect with their audience more directly, often addressing fan questions or sharing stories that wouldn’t fit into traditional social media posts.

4) Public appearances

Chelsea (Image via Instagram/@chelseabradford_)

Chelsea Bradford has been by Haliey Welch’s side during several public appearances. One of their notable events was their first paid appearance at Daer Nightclub, where they celebrated Haliey’s sudden rise to fame. The event marked a turning point, turning their viral moment into real-world recognition.

The nightclub appearance introduced them to the world of public events and brand collaborations, proving that their viral fame could translate into real opportunities.

5) Supportive friendship

The internet has seen Chelsea constantly by Haliey Welch's side throughout their rise to internet fame. From the moment Haliey’s video went viral, Chelsea has been with her. She actively participates in media projects, including their podcast Talk Tuah and social media collaborations.

Chelsea and Haliey host the Talk Tuah podcast together.

Edited by Somava