Olivia Dunne, the LSU gymnastics star turned Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model and social media sensation, made headlines again as she returned to Baton Rouge for a tailgate weekend with the LSU Tigers.
This time, however, she was cheering for the football team, as the No. 3 Tigers prepared to face the Florida Gators in their highly anticipated SEC opener.
Dunne’s return from New York, where she currently resides and attends New York Fashion Week, was nothing short of extravagant.
The 22-year-old influencer boarded a private jet, accompanied by fellow model-influencer Kelsey Anderson and DJ-influencer Xandra, while dancing and holding a champagne bottle, showcasing her signature over-the-top style.
For her followers, the display was classic Dunne: bold, glamorous, and unapologetically flashy.
“Geaux tigahs,” she captioned her Instagram post, referencing the iconic LSU cheer and letting fans know she was back in her college stomping grounds.
But she didn’t stop at a caption, she posed with a bottle of Dom Pérignon, further signaling the high-end lifestyle she now enjoys post-graduation.
Balancing fame, NIL success, and LSU nostalgia
The public spectacle highlights how Dunne has evolved from collegiate athlete to multi-millionaire NIL star and influencer.
Her carefully curated social media presence continues to celebrate her LSU roots, yet also reminds fans of her success beyond the gymnastics arena.
Interestingly, despite her appearance at campus events and LSU games, Dunne’s boyfriend, MLB star Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates, was noticeably absent from her latest return.
Fans may interpret this as Dunne’s choice to focus on her own spotlight and celebrate her personal achievements.
Many of her pinned Instagram posts remain dedicated to her LSU days, suggesting that while she’s fully embraced her post-collegiate career, the university continues to hold sentimental value.
This return for a football game tailgate may be seen as a celebration of both her past and present successes.
While some observers might question whether Dunne’s champagne-laden private jet moments are over-the-top, it is clear that she’s confidently blending the glitz of her influencer lifestyle with her Tiger pride.
Her presence at the LSU game also underscores the growing intersection between NIL opportunities, celebrity culture, and collegiate athletics, a space where Dunne has thrived unlike most former college athletes.
Whether she is toasting with Dom Pérignon, striking poses in iconic LSU locations, or sharing moments of luxury with friends, Olivia Dunne has demonstrated that her return to Baton Rouge is more than a visit, it’s a full-fledged lifestyle statement, all while remaining firmly connected to the school and community that launched her career.
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