Olivia Dunne Enjoys Bikini Boating Trip With Boyfriend Paul Skenes
By Alisan Duran on June 21, 2024 at 9:00 AM EDT
Olivia Dunne, the talented LSU gymnast and SI Swimsuit model, recently treated her Instagram followers to glimpses of her adventurous boating trip with boyfriend Paul Skenes.
Olivia Dunne Bonds With Boyfriend Paul Skenes
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Dunne shared a series of snapshots on her Instagram Stories capturing their idyllic excursion. In one photo taken by Skenes,
The 21-year-old is seen kneeling on the boat's seat, holding a fishing rod against the backdrop of serene waters. She sported a stylish green bikini top with straps reminiscent of a tube top, paired casually with light gray shorts.
Ditching The Glam For A Fun Day In The Sun
A swipe to the right revealed a makeup-free selfie of Dunne, showcasing her natural beauty and radiant smile. Her carefree demeanor mirrored the relaxed atmosphere of their day on the water.
In the final snapshot, Skenes lounged comfortably on the wooden deck in a gray shirt and shorts, accompanied by their adorable dog, Roux, adding a touch of coziness to the scenic setting.
Dunne and Skenes' boating adventure not only highlighted their love for outdoor activities but also provided a glimpse into their cherished moments together, shared with their social media followers.
As Dunne continues to excel in both gymnastics and modeling, her downtime with Skenes reminds us of the importance of enjoying life's simple pleasures.
How Did Olivia Dunne And Paul Skenes Meet?
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Dunne and Skenes, also 21, were brought together through mutual connections. According to an interview with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the MLB star shared that their introduction was serendipitous: his roommate, who was also his close friend at LSU, happened to be dating the gymnast's roommate, creating a small-world connection.
As their relationship blossomed, rumors began circulating, and by August 2023, Dunne seemingly confirmed their status when she responded to a social media post from a hairstylist discussing their potential relationship.
Going Out In Public
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Skenes didn't hold back either, choosing not to invoke the 5th Amendment as he openly expressed the challenges of living a somewhat public life because of their careers.
“It can be a pain in the butt sometimes, to be honest, in terms of actually going somewhere,” he confessed.
Skenes continued, "If one of us went out in Baton Rouge [La.] by ourselves, there’s probably gonna be someone there asking for something -- picture, autograph, whatever."
In A 'Happy Place'
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At present, the couple seems to be in a very happy place. Dunne herself proudly declares that she's his biggest fan.
"I have so many amazing memories with him, but I know how hard he’s worked for this moment," the gymnast said. "All the hours, I just know what a hard worker he is. This is probably one of my favorite moments I've ever seen. Seriously, there is nothing that can top this. I’m just so proud."