Hailey Welch and Kelby Blackwell have created a buzz among fans with hints and glimpses into their relationship. However, recently the social media star and her rumored boyfriend reveal more about their story. In a recent podcast episode, Welch opened up about the journey that brought them together and the moments that have defined their relationship.
Here is more about Hailey Welch’s relationship with her boyfriend.
Are Hailey Welch and Kelby Blackwell dating and together?
Hailey Welch’s boyfriend is Kelby Blackwell.
After months of fan speculation, Hailey Welch, known for her viral “Hawk Tuah” moment, finally confirmed her relationship with Kelby Blackwell on her Talk Tuah podcast. In the much-anticipated November 12 episode, Welch introduced Blackwell to listeners, addressing their relationship openly for the first time. Joined by her best friend Chelsea, Welch reflected on her hesitation to reveal her partner’s identity, joking, “If it was up to me, I would have hid him forever!”
As Chelsea moderated, the couple shared details about their relationship journey. Welch and Blackwell first crossed paths through Chelsea’s cousin, Alyssa, about three years ago. They exchanged Snapchats and developed a friendship, but Blackwell revealed that he was in a long-term relationship until last March. After his breakup, he focused on himself before considering anything romantic with Welch. “So I didn’t want to bring the hurt onto her,” he explained.
Discussing Welch’s viral fame, Blackwell recalled how he first saw the “Hawk Tuah” video. Welch had messaged him a warning, saying, “You’re going to see something this morning that you probably don’t want to see. Disregard it.’” When Blackwell opened his TikTok, the video was everywhere. Initially, he thought Welch was “drunk” in the video, as he had always known her as “stay-to-yourself, kind-of-quiet girl.” He texted her after seeing it and found her emotional about the unexpected attention. He said, “I didn’t want to add to the hurt and ask her to keep pushing forward.”
In response to fans who felt he hadn’t taken Welch seriously until her fame, Blackwell was clear: “You can believe what you want at the end of the day, but I know what I feel in my heart and that I love Haliey. That’s just that.”
The couple also shared their hopes for a future together, discussing marriage and kids. Blackwell praised Welch’s accomplishments and resilience, saying, “I am proud of her because she has turned her life around and I don’t know necessarily your whole backstory.” Welch also shared that Blackwell had recently met her grandmother, known as “Granny,” who raised her from childhood.