Olivia Dunne, the celebrated gymnast known for her prowess on the mat and her thriving social media presence, recently took to Instagram to share a snapshot of her spring break escapade in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The 21-year-old athlete, who recently encountered a wardrobe malfunction, appeared unfazed as she basked in the sunshine, clad in a revealing brown bikini that showcased her toned physique.
In the photo, Dunne exuded confidence as she soaked up the warm rays, captioning the image with a simple “Defrosting” accompanied by an ice emoji, followed by “Spring break in BR” with a smiling emoji. Despite the recent mishap that saw her inadvertently reveal more than intended to her millions of followers, Dunne seemed relaxed and carefree, enjoying a well-deserved break from the rigors of college gymnastics.
While it remains unclear whether Dunne’s boyfriend, minor league baseball star Paul Skenes, accompanied her on the trip, the couple has been inseparable since going public with their relationship in August 2023. Dunne has spoken fondly of Skenes, praising his grounded demeanor and their compatibility despite her demanding lifestyle.
Dunne’s rise to social media stardom has been nothing short of meteoric, mirroring the success of renowned gymnasts like Simone Biles. With over seven million followers on TikTok and an additional four million on Instagram, Dunne has leveraged her online presence to secure lucrative sponsorship deals with brands like Grubhub, Vuori, Bodyarmor, and American Eagle Outfitters. Her estimated NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) value already exceeds 3.3 million dollars, positioning her as a millionaire in the making upon graduation.
Reflecting on her journey to fame, Dunne credits her family for their unwavering support and strategic guidance. “There’s definitely a strategy behind it,” she explained in a recent interview. “It was over quarantine when it really blew up for me, and from there, I had the help of my mom and my sister managing me and my time, and just having the right people around me.”
As Olivia Dunne continues to captivate audiences both on and off the mat, her influence extends far beyond gymnastics. She embodies the intersection of athleticism and digital entrepreneurship in the modern age.