You have your storybook romances, which are all beautiful and brilliantly written. And then there’s Olivia Dunne and Paul Skenes, whose relationship shines the most when their different worlds playfully meet. She’s a gymnastics star, and he’s a fireballer on the mound. Together, they teach us that real chemistry is frequently found in the chuckles and shocking truths that come out of nowhere.
Olivia Dunne’s popularity comes from the fact that she’s not afraid to be herself. To be honest, that’s a big part of her personality. She always brings a playful vibe to interviews, so there is never a dull moment. When interviewers throw curveballs, Dunne doesn’t just hit them, she turns them into fun conversations that make every talk stand out.
Her unwavering support for Skenes back and forth is widely known. And it was witnessed once again during her recent interview with For The Win, where she spoke her mind, capturing a lot of attention for good.
One particular question that made everyone chuckle was when she was asked, “Is there a pitch that you know you could pull off on a baseball field?”
“Yeah, a splinker. I taught him that in the offseason,” Dunne answered with a smirk. She then clarified, “No, I’m kidding. I didn’t teach him that, but I think I could do it.” That’s classic Livvy.
For those unaware, a splinker is a hybrid pitch that’s a combination of a split-finger fastball and a sinker.
If you’ve been following Olivia Dunne, you know she’s not just a gymnastics star. She’s also a full-on media star with a sharp sense of humor. It was evident in her cheeky splinker punchline. Well, Olivia might not be a gymnast anymore, but she is still landing her punches alright!
Further, when asked, “Is there a gymnastics move Paul could actually pull off?” she took a few seconds before replying, “I think Paul could be a good bar swinger because of how tall he is. His lines would be beautiful.” Imagining Paul Skenes doing that will definitely make you giggle.
These fun answers show how well Dunne and Paul Skenes get along. Many sporting couples keep their private lives private, but these two don’t mind sharing bits of their relationship with fans. Both are exceptional athletes from different sports who can connect, support one another, and, most importantly, laugh together.
Dunne has already bid adieu to gymnastics and is all set to move towards her next chapter post-retirement.
Olivia Dunne’s life after gymnastics
Olivia Dunne differs from traditional athletes. She is a star on TikTok, where she actively shares her true, unvarnished life on and off the mat with over 8 million followers.
Her retirement news broke in April 2025 after helping LSU win its first Collegiate National Gymnastics Championship in 2024. But it hasn’t slowed her down. Dunne is entering a new era with confidence and a killer ‘split.’
Her transition out of competitive athletics is about advocacy, modeling, and business partnerships. Olivia continues to assist women in athletics, primarily through LSU’s Livvy Fund, which helps female athletes land NILs.
“I’d like to expand that to other schools and keep helping women,” she says, citing the underrepresentation of young female athletes in NILs. She is driven by her experience and the problems women confront in sports, fame, and visibility.
Fame hasn’t always been easy. Dunne has spoken about stardom’s darker side, including accounts of airport harassment and stalking by older males. She’s spoken about female athletes’ safety concerns as well.
Olivia isn’t just running another campaign; she’s giving other athletes a voice.
So, after putting aside the leotard, what next for Dunne? Well, she looks forward to exploring life after college and advocating for athletes and women in sports. And her love for gymnastics is still there. “Gymnastics will never leave me. I’ll always be a gymnast at heart,” she says.
Livvy’s next chapter is already in full swing, and it has all the passion, hustle, and humor. And hey, how can we forget the support from Paul Skenes?
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