Olivia Dunne has offered fans a carefully curated glimpse into her latest adventure, posting a brief preview from Hawaii just days before the wedding of Jared Jones and Rylie Fox.
While the moment was small, it carried a spark of intrigue for followers who have watched the LSU star-turned-public figure balance her growing brand with life alongside Paul Skenes.
Dunne’s understated update set off plenty of conversation online, hinting that this week’s celebration may spotlight more than just one couple in the Pittsburgh Pirates family.
In an Instagram Story shared Thursday, Dunne was snapped walking near the seaside, captured from behind. She tagged Rylie Fox, strongly suggesting she was in Hawaii for Fox’s wedding.
Later, she posted a mirror selfie wearing a striking all-white outfit, accessorized with a leopard-print clutch, a stylish nod that aligns with bridal or wedding guest fashion.
A not-so-ordinary friendship rooted in baseball
Their friendship may come as a surprise to some, but Olivia Dunne and Rylie Fox first connected last season when Paul Skenes, Dunne‘s MLB pitcher boyfriend, made his major-league debut against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park.
According to reports, the two went on a double date to celebrate one of their mutual friends’ birthdays, followed by a serene boat ride, moments that helped cement their bond.
While Dunne often shares her life in the spotlight, she and Skenes describe their dynamic as “complete opposites.” As she told People, “I love doing social media and I enjoy being in the spotlight. He doesn’t like social media at all.”
That contrast, she added, actually strengthens their relationship:
“I think that we play off of one another and make each other better. Paul definitely holds me accountable. Sometimes it’s hard to find it within yourself to do things.”
Dunne also highlighted how their relationship avoids typical restrictions:
“We don’t restrict each other from doing things. He has a job to do and I have a job to do. It’s a two-way road.”
That stark contrast hasn’t held them back. In fact, she says, it strengthens their bond. “I feel like his work ethic is something I’ve never seen before. He definitely holds me accountable.”
She has also shared how she makes space for his job, and for herself, recognizing that their ambitions demand a respect for distance and autonomy.
Dunne once revealed a quirky but heartfelt ritual she has for each of his starts: she screams “Let’s go, Paul!” while watching with their golden retriever.
For her, being a superfan sounds like second nature, not just publicly cheering in the stands, but carrying that energy with her every pitch.
For her, being a superfan sounds like second nature, not just publicly cheering in the stands, but carrying that energy with her every pitch.
A romance that began in college
Their connection traces back to their days at LSU, where Skenes pitched for the Tigers, and Dunne competed on the gymnastics team.
Mutual friends introduced them, and though she once hesitated, he wouldn’t follow her on Instagram, the pair soon found what many now describe as a powerful, grounded partnership.
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