Haliey Welch Finally Breaks Her Silence, Releases Statement After Getting Hit With Lawsuit Over Her Meme Coin Scandal

Haliey Welch speaking into micHaliey Welch (Photo by Michael Tullberg/Getty Images)
Haliey Welch has released a statement following a class action lawsuit being filed amid the controversy surrounding the launch of her $HAWK memecoin.

Haliey, known as the “Hawk Tuah” Girl, is being accused of conning her fans with a pump-and-dump scheme that cost investors a whole lot of money while others reportedly made off with millions.

The Tennessee native has denied wrongdoing, initially claiming no tokens were sold or given out prior to the launch and insisting her team tried to stop snipers.

Haliey Welch Has Reached Out To Fans And Investors

Following a silent period in the wake of the controversial launch, Haliey Welch has made another statement, revealing that she is committed to helping everyone who was impacted.

“I take this situation extremely seriously and want to address my fans, the investors who have been affected, and the broader community. I am fully cooperating with and am committed to assisting the legal team representing the individuals impacted, as well as to help uncover the truth, hold the responsible parties accountable, and resolve this matter. If you have experienced losses related to this, please contact Burwick Law using the link below: https://www.burwick.law/newclient.”

A PR firm acting on behalf of Burwick Law told TotalProSports that Haliey did not create the coin and only received a sponsorship fee for “lending her persona to those that created and deployed the memecoin, $HAWK.” 

“Outside of the initial fixed fee received before the launch, there was no guarantee she would make any additional money from the memecoin thereafter,” they added.

The firm also noted that Welch was not included in any parts of the project and had no control but received “incorrect advice” from the creators who were only interested in taking advantage of her success.

Burwick Law has filed a class action lawsuit against the creators of $HAWK.

REPORT: Someone Leaked Former NBA Champion Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis’ Prison Meal Menu, And It Looks Like He Threw His Diet Plans Out The Window

Glen 'Big Baby' Davis' prison menu revealedGlen Davis (Image Credit: Getty Images)
In October, authorities convicted former NBA player Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis of defrauding the NBA’s health care benefits plan and began his 40-month sentence at FPC Duluth in Minnesota. They sentenced him alongside 21 others, including former players like Terrence Williams, even though Davis has consistently claimed he’s innocent. Before heading to prison, he talked about using his time behind bars to focus on fitness and work on transforming his body. But, the reality of prison food has made that goal a little harder to reach.

TMZ Sports got a hold of the menu for Davis’ first few weeks in prison, and it’s safe to say it’s not exactly bodybuilder-friendly. His meals were packed with carbs—pizza, lasagna, tacos, and alfredo made up his first week’s dinners. The next week wasn’t much better, but it did include some slightly healthier options like turkey, steak, and roast beef. However, breakfast and lunch had a few better choices, like fruit, oatmeal, and protein sandwiches. Even though the meals might not be ideal for his fitness goals, Davis is probably just trying to make the best of things.
Glen Davis' prison food choices unveiledGlen Davis (Image Credit: Getty Images)
Davis, who played eight seasons for the Celtics, Clippers, and Magic, averaged 8.0 points and 4.4 rebounds in 514 regular-season games. He won one NBA championship, helping the Boston Celtics claim the title in 2008. While his fraud conviction has definitely thrown a wrench in his plans, Davis seems determined to make the most of his time in prison. Before his sentencing, he said, “When I lost basketball, I lost myself,” showing he’s ready to rebuild.

Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis Remains Focused On His Future Despite 3.5 Years Prison Sentence

Even with everything going on, Davis is staying positive. Before going to prison, he posted a tearful video to his 118K Instagram followers, giving them a peace sign and saying, “I love y’all… Be good!” This emotional farewell showed his resolve to face the future head-on. Judge Valerie E. Caproni gave him a temporary break to finish a documentary about his life, and the project could generate money to pay his $80,000 restitution.

Despite the difficult road ahead, many in the NBA, including the likes of former NBA All-Star Andre Iguodala, have supported Davis by writing a letter asking the judge for leniency during sentencing. Things might be difficult for Davis, but his commitment to turning his life around is clear. Whether or not he’ll be able to hit his fitness goals in prison is still up in the air, but his determination to rebuild is obvious.