Olivia Dunne recently posted a photo album showcasing highlights from LSU gymnastics meets and the team's off-court camaraderie. Amidst the enthusiastic fan comments, one particularly cheesy remark caught her eye. Dunne's playful response to the comment subtly referenced her boyfriend, Paul Skenes.
The first image portrays the gymnast in a casual moment, sporting her LSU attire. The second captures a powerful display of team unity as they huddle together during competition. The third offers a candid glimpse into the gymnast's world, a selfie taken in the dressing room.
The 22-year-old who is in her fifth and final year of collegiate gymnastics added the following caption to her post:
"A fabulous day to be a tiger🐯"
A fan left a cheesy comment on her photo dump:
"Hope you know CPR cuz you just took my breath away"
The college gymnastics national champion reacted to the comment by referring to her boyfriend, Paul Skenes.
"I’m telling Paul," she wrote.
Dunne and Skenes met at Lousiana State University (LSU). In 2024, the gymnast confirmed their relationship on social media. Skenes is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates; he made his MLB debut in 2024.
Meanwhile, the gymnast has earned numerous academic and athletic honors throughout her college career. In 2024, she was named a WCGA Academic All-American and was recognized on the Winter SEC Academic Honor Roll. She also received sports honors on the Winter SEC Academic Honor Roll in 2023 and the SEC Academic Honor Roll in 2022.
In 2024, Skenes' girlfriend reflected on his MLB debut.
Olivia Dunne reflected on Paul Skenes' MLB Debut
In a May 2024 interview with ESPN, Olivia Dunne shared her excitement and emotions while watching her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, make his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut. She praised his dedication and highlighted the hard work that had earned him the call-up.
Reflecting on his game day, she said:
"You know, I had some nerves creeping at first, but I kind of channeled it into excitement rather than nerves, and I just have the most confidence in him ever, so I just trust in him and I trust in what he's put in, and I'm just so excited" (0:18 onwards)
She noted that watching him compete is more challenging than competing herself, as she has no control over the game.