Olivia Dunne, the LSU gymnastics star who has captivated fans with her athletic prowess and social media presence, is officially back for her fifth and final year with the Tigers.
According to The Daily Mail, Dunne commemorated her “last first day of school” with a heartwarming Instagram post featuring her golden retriever, Roux, and a playful “First Day of School” sign.
The sign cheekily listed her name, age (17, for fun), and grade, and also included her goal of becoming a two-time national champion—a clear nod to LSU’s ambitions to defend their NCAA title this season.
Dunne’s return to LSU was a big decision, but as Bounding Into Sports previously reported, it didn’t take long for her to make the call. After leading her team to their first NCAA Championship last year and becoming one of the most influential college athletes with a NIL valuation of over $3 million, it seemed like a no-brainer for her to take one more shot at glory.
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Let’s not forget her growing influence off the mat—Dunne recently announced a new subscription platform, collaborating with golf sensation Paige Spiranac.
Throughout the summer, Dunne has been busy supporting her MLB pitcher boyfriend, Paul Skenes, at Pittsburgh Pirates games, and even found time to cheer on Simone Biles at the Paris Olympics.
With 5.3 million followers on Instagram and 8.1 million on TikTok, Dunne’s return to LSU isn’t just about competing—she’s also continuing to build her already impressive brand.
As the new season approaches, it’s clear that Olivia Dunne is ready to make her final year at LSU one to remember, both on the mat and beyond.
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