Maintaining Relationship Through Struggles, Olivia Dunne Drops 4-Word Message for Boyfriend Paul Skenes on Special Night

Love in the spotlight isn’t just about glamor; it demands incredible grit and heart. Just ask Olivia Dunne, the LSU gymnastics sensation and social media superstar with over 5 million Instagram followers. And Paul Skenes– the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top MLB draft pick from 2023. Their relationship, which they confirmed in 2023, blossomed right there at LSU, where Dunne dazzled on the gymnastics floor and Skenes lit up the mound as a pitcher. Now, with their high-flying careers pulling them in wildly different directions, their commitment to each other remains rock-solid. So, how on earth do they manage to keep their bond so tight amidst all the chaos of their celebrity lives? Well, they have a tell!

The answer is simple– Making time for love: small gestures, big impact. As an athlete of her stature, Dunne is constantly juggling intense training, massive brand deals, and creating viral content. On the other hand, Skenes endures the relentless grind of MLB travel, demanding games, and the pressure of being a top pitcher. Yet, somehow, they make it work. They steal precious moments to support each other – you’ll spot Dunne cheering him on at Pirates games, and Skenes is often seen hyping her incredible gymnastics feats. And just this week, Olivia showed her way of it on Instagram!

“Happy Birthday Little Baby”, a beacon of affection just yesterday, May 29, 2025, Olivia Dunne absolutely lit up Instagram with a super sweet post for Paul Skenes’ 23rd birthday. She shared a simple, yet incredibly powerful, four-word message. The carousel of photos, featuring a wonderfully cozy couple pic, just glowed with genuine affection. Posted right in the middle of a busy Pirates game week, it perfectly captured Dunne’s dedicated effort to celebrate Skenes, even amidst their incredibly hectic lives.

Her carousel post had all sorts of images of Paul. Starting with a lunch date picture of them smiling at one another. This is followed by a game day picture from LSU. Next up is Olivia setting up Paul’s collar, in what seems to be a special night for them. And to sum it all up, she pastes a picture of Paul enjoying a banana! Her followers continue to shower this post with likes, with a whopping 115k in just the first six hours.

Olivia shares her future plans with Paul

Well, we all know Olivia Dunne doesn’t shy away from the spotlight; she’s become a total social media sensation. She’s been gracing the covers of magazines like Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Edition, and she’s got a whopping 5 million Instagram followers!

So, what’s next for this power couple? Well, at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition red carpet, Olivia turned heads with her stylish outfit and opened up about her future with Paul. When asked if he’d join her for an MLB-themed SI Swimsuit shoot, she gave him a big smile and said, “Maybe he would say yes. It would need a lot of convincing, but I think I could give him some tips.” Olivia’s playful confidence suggests that she’s the media-savvy pro guiding her pitcher beau. It’s like they’re a dynamic duo, each complementing the other’s strengths. How does this reflect their shared ambitions?

Olivia’s willingness to feature alongside Paul in a cover shoot shows how supportive they are of each other. While Olivia shines in front of the cameras, Paul focuses on the mound, but they both have the same drive. Their words hint at a fun and collaborative future, blending their worlds.

What will it take to get Paul on board? We all are curious to see how their relationship unfolds!

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