Olivia Dunne has never been one to shy away from the spotlight, and this weekend in Miami Beach, she owned it.
Strutting down the runway at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Fashion Show, the former LSU gymnastics star delivered a head-turning performance. Clad in a retro black-and-white polka dot swimsuit adorned with red bows, Dunne made it to the end of the catwalk and then dropped into a flawless split.
The crowd roared. Cameras snapped. The internet, predictably, lit up.
Cheeky Touch and a Confident Stride
As applause echoed through the venue, Dunne rose with a grin and made her way back up the runway. In a playful moment that didn’t go unnoticed, she bumped hips with DJ and musician Xandra Pohl, an exchange that added spark to the already electric show.
Later, Dunne appeared again in a different look: a classic bikini paired with a cropped white tee that boldly read, “Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.”
A New Chapter After LSU Glory
Dunne’s appearance on the runway follows a milestone moment in her career being named one of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit cover stars last month. Sharing the spotlight with Lauren Chan, Salma Hayek, and Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles, Dunne joined an elite lineup at a defining point in her transition from college athlete to full-blown celebrity.
After helping lead LSU to a national gymnastics championship in 2024, Dunne’s final collegiate season was cut short by injury. But if Saturday’s performance proved anything, it’s that she hasn’t lost her flair, or her athletic edge.
Social Media’s Favorite Gymnast Keeps Winning
With more than 8 million TikTok followers and another 5.3 million on Instagram, Dunne remains one of the most influential athletes of her generation. Her mix of elite talent, charm, and candid behind-the-scenes moments has built her a devoted digital following, and now, a growing modeling portfolio.
From Gym Floors to MLB Dugouts
Off the runway, Dunne has been spotted supporting her boyfriend, MLB phenom Paul Skenes, as he lights it up for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Just weeks ago, she made headlines again after attending a Mets-Pirates matchup at Citi Field.
Whether it’s on the mat, in the crowd, or on the runway, Olivia Dunne keeps proving that she’s not just a gymnast, she’s a brand, a force, and a modern icon.
