Coachella stands out as a top-tier music festival globally drawing crowds from far and wide. This year’s edition kicked off on April 13th bringing together music enthusiasts in a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm. However, amidst the excitement and spectacle, notable absences were felt, including that of LSU’s star athlete and social media sensation Olivia Dunne. Dunne’s absence from this year’s Coachella festivities was notable, given her impressive achievements on the gymnastics floor for LSU.

With recent victories, including a triumphant performance against formidable opponents like No. 10 Arkansas, No. 7 Kentucky, and No. 15 Minnesota, Dunne’s focus was understandably redirected toward the NCAA finals. Despite her absence, memories of Coachella hold a mix of sentiments for Dunne, as she revealed in a recent TikTok video. In 2022, the festival brought both joy and adversity when Dunne fell victim to a pickpocketing incident.

Olivia Dunne’s Coachella fashion faux pas

Olivia Dunne took to TikTok yesterday to share a captivating journey through her past Coachella outfits, offering a candid reflection on her festival fashion evolution. Her first ensemble, a vibrant pink swimsuit-inspired attire, exuded poolside glam reminiscent of a bougie Naomi from “Wolf of Wall Street.” With a playful nod to her style, she bestowed it with a commendable 9 out of 10 rating, despite the hiccup of having to capture the look on the second day of Coachella, a detail she promised to unravel later.

Transitioning to her second outfit, Olivia recounted donning a daring black net dress, embracing its sheer allure. Reflecting on the memory, she humorously remarked on its minimalistic nature, quipping, “There’s literally nothing there.” However, the jovial tone shifted as she recounted an unfortunate turn of events—falling victim to pickpocketing and losing both her phone and wallet.

In her words,” I got pickpocketed later that night and I lost everything on my phone.” Despite facing adversity, Olivia continued to enjoy herself even though she was shivering because of the flu. But the TikTok content she made for this occasion was lost and she had to recreate content. However, she rated this dress as 4 out of 10. But let’s shift our focus from her past to her present and highlight her recent standout performance for LSU.

Dunne leads LSU gymnastics charge towards NCAA championships

Olivia Dunne demonstrated her commitment at LSU’s practice on Friday as the team prepares for the NCAA Gymnastics Championships. With the championship approaching, Dunne and her fellow gymnasts polished their routines for the competition in Fort Worth, Texas. Ranked No. 2, LSU faces stiff competition in the semi-finals on April 18, going head-to-head with California, Arkansas, and Stanford, with only the top two teams advancing to the final on April 20.

A few days back, Dunne even shared glimpses of her practice on both the balance beam and uneven bars on her Instagram story, captioned “getting natty’s ready.” Despite the rigorous training schedule, Dunne’s recent standout performance underscores her ability to thrive under pressure, stepping in last minute to anchor the team with a stellar score in floor exercises. While navigating the demands of competition, Dunne maintains professionalism in the competitive world of collegiate gymnastics.