Olivia Dunne inspires fans with glimpse into her award-winning childhood moment: 'I can't fail her'

On Monday, Livvy posted three pictures, one of which depicted her as a young child
PUBLISHED OCT 26, 2023
Olivia Dunne promised to never 'fail' her younger self (Getty Image)
Olivia Dunne promised to never 'fail' her younger self (Getty Image)

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA: Olivia Dunne, often recognized as "Livvy" on social media, posted a video on TikTok that "inspired" her 7.8 million followers. In the video, the 21-year-old shared an endearing photo of herself from her early years on social media.

In April, Dunne, the exceptionally talented gymnast from LSU, made a remarkable debut as a swimsuit model in Sports Illustrated, leaving everyone in awe.

This TikTok sensation also holds the title of being the highest-paid female collegiate athlete.

Olivia Dunne promised to never 'fail' her younger self

On Monday, Livvy posted three pictures, one of which depicted her as a young child. In the first picture, where she can be seen dressed in LSU attire and performing, Livvy wrote, "I can't fail her."

The next picture bears the text, "Fail who?" In the final slide, where Dunne shared her childhood photo holding a trophy, it read, "Her," with an emoji pointing to an image of a sweet little infant named Livvy.

Olivia Dunne shared her childhood picture (livvy/ TikTok)
Olivia Dunne shared her childhood picture (livvy/ TikTok)

Dunne has garnered fame for her exceptional gymnastic talents, serving as an inspiration to millions of her admirers. After viewing the picture, one fan commented, "Your such (sic) an inspiration And you definitely made your younger self proud."

Another fan added, "You have come such a long way And (sic) you have definitely made your younger self very proud. Your (sic) an amazing athlete."

A commentator added, "You'll never fail her because of how far that little girl has grown in abilities; in strength and stamina; in success; and how far you've taken her."

Olivia Dunne inspired her fans (livvy/ TikTok)
Olivia Dunne inspired her fans (livvy/ TikTok)

Olivia Dunne showcased her toned body in gray bikini

In a separate social media post, Dunne captivated the internet's attention with an alluring gray-green bikini priced at $180, offering a glimpse of her beachside photo session on the distant island of Puerto Rico.

Olivia Dunne struck a series of captivating poses on a picturesque Puerto Rican beach for her Sports Illustrated feature, exuding grace and allure.

The mesmerizing behind-the-scenes photos provide a sneak peek into the life of a rising gymnast whose abilities transcend the gymnastics mat.

Olivia Dunne showcased her toned body in grey bikini (livvy/ TikTok)
Olivia Dunne showcased her toned body in a gray bikini (livvy/ TikTok)

Her Sports Illustrated photo shoot garnered significant attention earlier this year, and every behind-the-scenes glimpse she shares continues to generate more interest.

An August viral behind-the-scenes video from the same session ignited further social media buzz.

Dunne's collaboration with Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue has played a pivotal role in her swift rise to prominence in the fashion and modeling sectors.

This esteemed publication is well-known for showcasing a diverse array of female athletes, celebrities, and models.

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