Paul Skenes' girlfriend Livvy Dunne ends one chapter and begins an unexpected new journey

Olivia "Livvy" Dunne is embarking on a new adventure after retiring from gymnastics in December. The LSU legend posted on TikTok that she recently completed her first semester of grad school and has purchased an apartment in New York City. Only 22, Dunne continues to build her brand, balance school and modeling, and make plans for life outside the mat. She's also backing up boyfriend Paul Skenes, the current NL Rookie of the Year, as he starts his MLB career.Just weeks after she announced she would be retiring from gymnastics, Livvy Dunne posted a huge life update. In a May 6 TikTok video, Livvy Dunne announced that she finished the first semester of grad school and bought a New York City apartment. She captioned her beachside photo, "First semester grad school done, house hunting at the beach, bought a NYC apt, and walking to get a pina colada life is sweet like cinnamon."The New Jersey native has remained tight-lipped about most grad school information, although she informed GQ that she's pursuing a degree in technology management. She also earned her undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary studies from LSU. Dunne indicated that she could envision herself staying in Florida, where her grandparents reside and where her gymnastics content initially went viral during the COVID-19 pandemic.Livvy Dunne is also focused on expanding her brand. After rising to fame as the highest-earning female college athlete in the NIL era reportedly earning $9.5 million she wants to teach future athletes how to succeed off the field. “So I definitely want to do something, overall, after I’m done at LSU,” she said. “And hopefully expand beyond LSU and help educate people and just help girls out. … I’ve always loved sports. So definitely something in the sports realm.”Livvy Dunne assisted LSU in claiming the NCAA gymnastics championship in 2023 and utilized her fifth year of eligibility in 2024–25. But following LSU's semi-final defeat in April, she officially closed the book on her gymnastics career. She now intends to develop beyond the sport.Her career as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model is a large aspect of her future. "I think that’s important, creating a substantial brand that will last post-college. And (SI Swim) is one of those, I don’t even want to call it a partnership, because they’re like family to me. That’s been amazing”Livvy Dunne also continues to stand by her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes. The two have made joint appearances and talked openly about their long-term goals, including how they will handle the pressures of the spotlight and map out their future.Also Read: Paul Skenes’ Wife Livvy Dunne Responds To Viral Backlash With Grace And HumorSummary:Olivia Dunne has embarked on a new journey after she retired from gymnastics. She finished her first semester of grad school, purchased an apartment in New York, and is building her brand. With a flourishing modeling career and aspirations to coach young athletes, Dunne remains to make waves outside of sports.