Early Life & Family
Haley Bea O'Brien was born on August 6, 1992, in Excelsior, Minnesota, a lake town west of Minneapolis. She is the middle of three children, with an older sister and a younger brother, and both of her parents are mechanical engineers.
She went to Minnetonka High School, and the science-heavy household shaped her path. She later described herself as a nerd first and a model second.
At St. Cloud State University she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in medical biology and psychology, plus a minor in chemistry. She was a senior in college when she won her biggest pageant title.
She has often used her science background in interviews and posts, and in 2022 she spoke publicly about supporting women in STEM.
Pageant Years
Haley began competing at 16. She placed third runner-up at Miss Minnesota Teen USA 2009, came back the next year and was crowned Miss Minnesota Teen USA 2010. She then competed at Miss Teen USA 2010 in the Bahamas but did not place.
In 2012 she won Miss Collegiate America. In late 2013 she was crowned Miss Minnesota USA 2014 and took the Top 20 at Miss USA 2014, where Nia Sanchez of Nevada took the crown. After her reign she passed the title to Jessica Scheu and retired from pageants. She later judged the Miss USA 2021 competition.
Career Timeline
Haley's career has three lanes: pageants, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit and social media. Since 2024 the third one has taken over, and in 2026 it added television.
SI Swim Search
Enters the first open casting call and moves from the top 35 to the final six.
Co-winner
Named one of two winners with Camille Kostek in March 2018, and signs with Wilhelmina Models.
SI rookie shoot
Photographed in Kenya. She returns in 2020 (Scrub Island, BVI) and 2021 (Hollywood, Florida).
Goes independent
Says she will no longer work with modeling agencies, later signs with CAA, and earns a Streamy nomination.
Viral breakout
Named to Maxim Top 100 and Forbes Top Creators; also hit by the Met Gala backlash in May.
TIME100 Creators
Named to the first TIME100 Creators list in July and makes Forbes' list again.
Netflix host
Returns to SI Swimsuit (Loreto, Mexico), ranks No. 23 on Forbes and hosts the Let's Marry Harry reunion.
Online she is known for sarcastic comedy skits, celebrity impressions, red-carpet moments with the viral Glambot and a comedy series called Billionaire Boyfriend. She has collaborated with Olivia Rodrigo, the Jonas Brothers and Ed Sheeran, according to Sports Illustrated.
Her SI Swimsuit run reached five shoots when she returned in 2026 and walked the brand's runway at Miami Swim Week on May 30, her first catwalk for the magazine since 2021.
Marriage & Personal Life
Haley married NFL offensive lineman Matt Kalil, the fourth overall pick in the 2012 draft, on July 8, 2015, in Kauai, Hawaii. They renewed their vows a year later. She filed for divorce on May 4, 2022, and they have no children.
In 2022 she also went public about a health battle. She was diagnosed with endometriosis, urethritis and ovarian cysts and had surgery, and she said she had been in a great deal of pain.
By August 2026 she was in a new relationship of about three months. She has posted him on Instagram, joking that he looks like Jacob Elordi, but has not named him.
Controversies & Lawsuit
The first big controversy came in May 2024. On Met Gala day she posted a TikTok in a doll-like look, lip-syncing to a Marie Antoinette line. Many viewers called it tone-deaf while protests were happening over the Gaza conflict, and it became a trigger for the Blockout 2024 campaign. She posted a nine-minute apology saying she never meant to offend anyone.
The second came in November 2025 on a Twitch livestream with Marlon Garcia. She talked about why her marriage ended and described physical incompatibility, without naming Matt Kalil. He sued in January 2026 for public disclosure of private facts and unjust enrichment. She moved to dismiss on January 23.
The lawsuit was dismissed on September 17, 2026.
Chief U.S. District Judge Patrick Schiltz threw out the case with prejudice, ruling that the topic was of legitimate public concern. Haley said she felt relief and hoped it encourages women to speak openly. Matt Kalil's lawyer has said they plan to appeal, so the story may not be over.
Outside these two episodes, no other verified legal issues were found as of September 2026.
Interviews & What She Has Said
In a 2022 Untitled Magazine interview she talked about balancing modeling with science and encouraging women in STEM. In March 2023 she told Sports Illustrated Swimsuit that bad experiences were why she would stop working with modeling agencies.
Before the Let's Marry Harry reunion, she told Us Weekly she was thrilled because she had been watching the show closely and had plenty of questions for the cast. After Forbes named her a 2026 Top Creator, she wrote on Instagram that she was beyond grateful and called the job a dream.
After the court win in September 2026 she said she was relieved and hoped women feel freer to speak about their own experiences.
Net Worth & 2026 Highlights
Haley Baylee has no verified net worth. Forbes ranked her No. 23 on its 2026 Top Creators list, and reports of the list put her yearly earnings at about $9.6 million, up from about $6.5 million reported for 2025. Income comes from brand deals, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and now television. These are estimates, not audited numbers.
Her 2026 so far: Forbes Top Creators (June), SI Swimsuit return and runway (May), the Let's Marry Harry reunion on Netflix (August 26) and a new hosting job on Win the Mall. She also turned 34 on August 6.
Personal Details & Profile
| Full name | Haley Bea Kalil (née O'Brien) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Haley Baylee, Haley Kalil |
| Date of birth | August 6, 1992 |
| Birthplace | Excelsior, Minnesota, USA |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Parents | Both mechanical engineers (names private) |
| Siblings | One older sister, one younger brother |
| High school | Minnetonka High School |
| University | St. Cloud State University (BS, medical biology and psychology) |
| Pageant titles | Miss Minnesota Teen USA 2010, Miss Collegiate America 2012, Miss Minnesota USA 2014 |
| Ex-spouse | Matt Kalil (married 2015, divorced 2022) |
| Agency | CAA |
Interesting Facts
- She has a science degree in medical biology and psychology with a chemistry minor.
- She won Miss Minnesota USA in 2013 and took the Top 20 at Miss USA 2014.
- She was one of two winners of the first Sports Illustrated Swim Search, alongside Camille Kostek.
- She has appeared in five Sports Illustrated Swimsuit shoots.
- She was named to the first TIME100 Creators list in 2025.
- She ranked No. 23 on Forbes Top Creators 2026.
- She hosted the Let's Marry Harry reunion on Netflix and is set to host Win the Mall.
- A federal judge dismissed her ex-husband's lawsuit on September 17, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Haley Baylee?
Haley Baylee, whose legal name is Haley Kalil, was born on August 6, 1992, in Excelsior, Minnesota, so she is 34 years old as of September 2026.
What is Haley Baylee real name?
Her birth name is Haley Bea O'Brien. She is legally known as Haley Kalil after her marriage and uses Haley Baylee as her online name.
What is Haley Baylee famous for?
She is a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, former Miss Minnesota USA and one of the biggest comedy creators on TikTok. She was named to TIME100 Creators in 2025 and Forbes Top Creators in 2026.
What is Haley Baylee net worth?
There is no verified net worth. Forbes ranked her No. 23 on its 2026 Top Creators list, and reports put her earnings for that year at about $9.6 million. Treat all figures as estimates.
Was Haley Baylee married to Matt Kalil?
Yes. She married former NFL lineman Matt Kalil in July 2015 and filed for divorce in May 2022. They have no children together.
What happened with the Matt Kalil lawsuit?
Matt Kalil sued in January 2026 over comments she made on a November 2025 livestream. A federal judge dismissed the case with prejudice on September 17, 2026. His lawyer has said he plans to appeal.
Is Haley Baylee dating anyone?
Reports in August 2026 say she has been in a relationship for about three months. She has posted about him but has not publicly named him.
Is Haley Baylee hosting a Netflix show?
Yes. She hosted the Let's Marry Harry reunion on Netflix on August 26, 2026, and is set to host the upcoming series Win the Mall.
How tall is Haley Baylee?
She is listed at 5 ft 8 in (173 cm).
Social Media & Official Links
Sports Illustrated says she has more than 32 million followers across platforms. Counts change daily, so treat these as approximate.