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“I couldn’t breathe,Olivia Dunne reflected on her early struggles before becoming NIL’s highest-paid female athlete. Well, now she takes away her fans’ breath with her performance on the gymnastics mat. Once known for her gravity-defying routines, Dunne has flipped the script on being a collegiate gymnast.

Through her unmatched blend of talent and social media popularity, Livvy Dunne has been able to take her finances to an extreme level. A former US National Team member and LSU gymnast, she has established her legacy not only as a high achiever on the mat but also as a marketing juggernaut who has earned millions from endorsements and sponsorships. Let’s dive into details about Olivia Dunne’s net worth, NIL deals, and more.

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What is Olivia Dunne’s net worth?

As one of the highest-paid college athletes, her net worth continues to skyrocket, redefining financial success in NCAA sports. From making high-profile NIL deals to gathering millions of followers, Dunne has changed her gymnastics career into a business empire. Over her time at LSU, Livvy has made a total of $9.5 million—thanks to her enormous fan base. Any annual record?

Well, according to On3.com, Dunne makes $3.9 million annually, and it went up from $3.3 million annually after LSU won the national championship. And the “Celebrity Net Worth” says that Livvy’s 2024 net worth estimate is $6 million. If that was not enough, Dunne also earns from her social media. Yep, you read it right. The 22-year-old gymnast earns around $500,000 through her social media sponsorship or paid posts. She has 5.3 million followers on Instagram only, and TikTok has around 8 million followers. Huge!

Once Dunne herself confessed, “Normally, I don’t talk about money. It’s probably in the six figures.” When asked to give an estimate of her salary, Dunne admitted that it was more than $500,000. “Yes, it’s crazy to me, but I mean, I’m very fortunate.”

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How much is Livvy Dunne’s NIL deal worth?

After the implementation of the NCAA’s name, image, and likeness (NIL) rule in 2021, Dunne has reached new heights. With over 13 million followers across Instagram and TikTok, Dunne has emerged as one of the most well-known collegiate athletes in the nation. And it is safe to say that she is a highly paid NIL women’s athlete. Her endorsements?

As per On3, Livvy’s endorsements are worth $4.1 million, which makes her the No. 1-ranked women’s athlete. She is only $0.2 million behind American football quarterback Carson Beck, who is ranked #3 overall. The top two? Dunne is ranked fourth overall, behind only basketball athlete Cooper Flagg ($4.8 million) and football player Arch Manning ($6.5 million). The comparison with other top rangers is fine, but have you ever thought if she earns more than her boyfriend Paul Skenes?

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Does Olivia Dunne make more than Paul Skenes?

LSU gymnast Dunne has been dating baseball pitcher Paul Skenes since 2022, when they met at college—LSU. The couple always shares their happy moments with their fans and always supports each other. But have you ever wondered how much Olivia Dunne’s boyfriend earns? Well, according to “The Athlete LifeStyle,” in 2023, he received a bonus of $9.2 million—an MLB draft bonus. And guess what? It was the largest ever doled out to an MLB player. Along with the bonus or contracts, “The Gas Station” also has a base salary.

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Paul Skenes’ annual base salary in 2024 was $740,000, but it gradually increased for 2025. Spotrack says that Skenes’ 2025 payroll salary will be $800,000. Without sponsorship deals, Paul Skenes’ net worth was about $10 million as of September 2024. So, clearly, Paul Skenes makes more money than his girlfriend Olivia Dunne.

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