Olivia Dunne, the girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, has been making waves in the entertainment industry after retiring from her gymnastics career earlier this year. The former LSU star, who graced the cover of Sports Illustrated earlier this year, recently landed on the cover of Maxim’s 2025 Winter issue. Dunne took to Instagram to share pictures from her photoshoot, captioning the post with “Played dress up.”
The post garnered attention from friends, family, and fans, with Dunne’s mother, Kat Dunne, praising her daughter by calling her “The empire of Livvy.” In a playful exchange, Dunne replied, “Tell dad I say sorry for this one.” Even her elder sister, Julz Dunne, joined in the fun by commenting, “Cheeks out on main.”
In an Instagram story, Dunne revealed that she saw her Maxim cover while on a FaceTime call with Julz, who also serves as her manager. Reflecting on being in the spotlight, Dunne shared her love for the glitz and glam, stating that she enjoys the red carpet and doesn’t shy away from attention.
Despite her newfound fame, Dunne does not consider herself an influencer, instead identifying as a former athlete and model. While she focuses on growing her brand outside of gymnastics, her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, is making waves with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The two-time All-Star recently clinched his first NL Cy Young award after an outstanding performance in the 2025 season.
As Dunne continues to thrive in the entertainment industry, her relationship with Skenes adds another layer of success to their dynamic partnership. With both individuals excelling in their respective fields, the power couple is poised for even greater achievements in the future.
