While many are still easing into summer mode, Olivia Dunne has already been living her best “east coast summer” life—and she’s sharing it all with fans.
The former LSU gymnastics star and rising Sports Illustrated Swimsuit icon took to Instagram to offer a sun-soaked peek into her world, blending laid-back moments with high-profile appearances and some deeply personal revelations.
Life After Gymnastics: From Competitor to Cover Girl
Back in April, Dunne officially retired from gymnastics, closing one huge chapter of her life. But she didn’t slow down for a second.
Over the last few months, the 22-year-old has been diving headfirst into the modeling world, making waves as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover star.
Not only did she attend a star-studded SI Swimsuit event last month, but she also walked the runway for the brand—twice.
Her catwalk debut wasn’t just your average model strut either.
At one point, Dunne surprised the crowd by pulling off a flawless split mid-runway in a polka-dot swimsuit, earning wild cheers before twirling proudly with a big smile.
Soaking Up Summer Back Home
After all the Miami spotlight and media buzz, Livvy’s been spending quality time back on the East Coast—close to her roots in Westwood, New Jersey.
Her recent Instagram carousel gave fans a window into the slower, sweeter side of her life.
The first photo? Pure summer vibes. She’s sitting in the grass in a swimsuit, munching on cherries while her dog Roux relaxes nearby. T
he rest of the post follows her across beaches, family time, and ballparks—including a sweet shot of her and her sister Julz walking arm-in-arm along the shore, and another of Roux enjoying a car ride, head out the window.
Supporting Her Boyfriend, Baseball Star Paul Skenes
Another big part of her recent days has been cheering on her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, who pitches for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Dunne proudly wore a Pirates cap in one post and included snapshots from PNC Park, plus a fun moment of Skenes unwinding with a round of golf.
It’s clear she’s not just a supportive girlfriend—she’s also savoring the experience of watching someone she loves succeed in his own career.
Olivia Gets Real About a Disturbing Issue with Stalkers
But while much of Dunne’s life looks bright and beautiful online, she’s also using her platform to speak out about something far more serious.
In a raw and emotional TikTok video, she recently revealed that she’s been stalked at airports by groups of middle-aged men—and it’s been happening repeatedly.
Fighting back tears, Dunne explained that these men often wait for her at airport security, armed with stacks of her photos and magazines, demanding autographs.
She says they chase after her, yell if she doesn’t sign, and even make scenes that scare people around her.
“I think I’m being stalked and I don’t know what to do,” she said, visibly distressed.
“Even this morning was a terrible experience.”
A Double Life: Between Glamour and Vulnerability
Olivia Dunne may be living a dream right now—from magazine covers to modeling milestones—but her honest post shows that fame doesn’t come without its challenges.
While she continues to carve out a place for herself in the spotlight, she’s also confronting the downside of public attention with courage and honesty.
It’s this balance—between confidence, career highs, and deeply human struggles—that makes Livvy’s journey one that so many are watching closely.
Whether she’s owning the runway or opening up about real fears, she’s doing it on her own terms.