Love her or hate her, but you can’t ignore Olivia Dunne! The gymnast and the social media star keep coming back to the headlines, irrespective of her notable presence on the mat or on social media. That’s how her aura works. Example? Enter the present scenario. Olivia has missed two vital meets in a row in the ongoing college gymnastics season. She didn’t grace the mat on January 31 and February 7, missing out on the matches against Missouri and Alabama. Two ranked opponents, yet the Tigers entered, leaving the ‘super senior’ on the sidelines. Any reason? 

No. Coach Jay Clark has yet to share anything concrete. Olivia, on the other hand, has shown no sign of injury. Nor has she shared any update on it. Then? Any answers? No. But she is still in the headlines. And how? Through her achievement, not in medals or titles but in landing invitations. Yes, this time, Livvy will grace an event that has witnessed names like David Schwimmer, Steven Seagal, and Kevin Costner in the past. Can you guess the event? It’s hard, though!

But let us break that for you. On February 13, the Instagram handle gymnastics_now shared a post on this. The post, however, claimed about Olivia Dunne’s selection as the Grand Marshal of the Endymion Parade. The parade is widely claimed to be the largest Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans. Not only that, the parade has been inviting celebrities since 1974 to play the roles of Grand Marshals and the performers. On that aspect, Livvy’s presence in the parade will be one of a kind for a few more reasons. Such as?

Olivia Dunne might be the first female gymnast to have the honor. Also, if you include the sports field, Livvy might come among the handful or be the first one to land such an immense honor. A groundbreaking moment for the sports and the Endymion Parade as well! How is that? Listen to the Captain of the Krewe of Endymion. 

In an interaction, the Captain, Dan Kelly, said, “Her spirit and energy reflect that of Mardi Gras, and we can’t wait to celebrate this special occasion with her leading the way.” Everyone watches women’s sports, right? Livvy is away from the mat. Yet her leadership role is being counted handy by the largest parade in New Orleans. Anything on her possible activity in the parade? 

The available information claims Olivia Dunne will guide the legendary parade of New Orleans, featuring over 3,000 participants and 37 floats. The contingent will journey through Mid-City and downtown New Orleans, culminating in a passage through the Superdome. What an honor for the defending national champion! But remember, this is not the first time she has had her moment while missing out on her appearance in the gymnastics program. 

Olivia Dunne continues to earn the limelight 

A fancy dinner night in the heart of New York City! No, it wasn’t about a date or spending some couple time together away from the flashes of cameras. Instead, Olivia Dunne joined her boyfriend Paul Skenes at the 2025 BBWAA dinner in January. However, Paul was scheduled to receive the 2024 National League Rookie of the Year award on the fancy night. Livvy earned her chance to attend the show as the perfect companion, the sportsperson and the influencer being a household name in the USA. Any more presence, stealing the limelight?

On February 8, Olivia Dunne attended the Super Bowl party in New Orleans with Paul Skenes. In Michael Rubin’s classy gathering, Livvy posed with names like Sydney Thomas and Emma Roberts. And each of these names is making waves in the entertainment industry! Is there any gymnast in recent times attracting the limelight as Livvy? Have you spotted anyone? If yes, then please let us know in the comment box.