Olivia Dunne is stepping into her 22nd trip around the sun, and what a blazing year it’s been! She’s not only become the highest-paid woman in NIL history with a jaw-dropping $4 million valuation, but she also helped the Lady Tigers snag that NCAA title. And let’s not forget about that brand-new house she bought after the championship in April—talk about leveling up! Plus, Livvy’s been enjoying every moment with her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, as he lit up the field during his rookie MLB season.

Now, as she gears up for the upcoming NCAA gymnastics season, Olivia Dunne’s got a lot of boxes to tick. After playing a supporting role in last year’s national championship victory, she’s ready to take the lead during her fifth—and final—year with the LSU Tigers. And speaking of support, guess who’s in her corner? Yep, it’s Paul again! He’s not just her biggest fan; he’s a constant source of inspiration as Livvy prepares for the season ahead. For her birthday, he shared some cozy unseen pics to wish his superstar gymnast a happy birthday!

On October 1, Olivia Dunne celebrated her 22nd birthday, marking her last year as a member of Tiger Nation. Naturally, it was an emotional affair for Livvy! To make the day even more special, her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, tugged at her heartstrings with an Instagram carousel post. Most of the pics were filled with love and joy, of the couple’s romantic dates and big career moments. But one shot stood out: Livvy and her adorable furry companion, Roux, enjoying some quality time snoozing in the backseat of a car.

Did that moment remind her of all the lovely times she’s spent in Baton Rouge? It just might have! As Livvy gears up for her new season, Paul Skenes’s support and love will reassure her that she’s not alone. That support is exactly what she needs, especially as she faces the lofty expectations of her fans during her final season in Baton Rouge. But there’s another factor heightening those expectations.

Last season, Coach Jay Clark couldn’t include Olivia Dunne in the squad regularly, and when she made the final lineup, she often performed just one routine. Her absence from last season’s finals is one such moment that still stings. On the penultimate evening of her NCAA career, Livvy found herself on the sidelines, unable to make the final lineup. The New Jersey native tried to defend herself, claiming her role was to “step up” when necessary, but fans weren’t buying it. Instead, they dubbed her the “professional benchwarmer.”

Meanwhile, Livvy tries to shake off the label, but she knows words alone won’t save her. That’s why she’s focused on breaking that trend in the upcoming season. Thankfully, reliving those beautiful moments in Paul’s snaps might give her the motivation she needs. You can already see it in the comment section, where she posted a heartfelt ‘love’ emoji. Plus, the flurry of birthday wishes she’s received is sure to lift her spirits as she gears up for this crucial season!

Olivia Dunne earns some special wishes on her birthday eve 

On his girlfriend’s birthday, the MLB pitcher dug out some unseen pictures to wish his girlfriend. Olivia’s older sister, on the other hand, was amusingly funny when she wished her. She also dug out a throwback to wish her sister well. It was a snap showing the number 2 on the cake. Julz, Olivia’s social media handler, carefully manipulated the image and portrayed it as ’22’. The little sister couldn’t hold herself back from re-sharing the post. Meanwhile, her oldest teammate from the LSU Tigers celebrated her birthday.

Haleigh Bryant, like Olivia Dunne, is entering her fifth year with the LSU Tigers.Now they will end their NCAA gymnastics career together. But before that, Bryant shared a photo of her with Dunne to celebrate the moment. Revealing a light moment spent by them once, the photo was captioned with the lines, “HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY OLIVIA PAIGE! Grateful I’ve gotten the opportunity to spend the last five years with you. I love you big!”

Aside from Paul’s sweet post, the official LSU Gymnastics Instagram account chimed in with, “Happy birthday, Olivia!” The birthday love also poured in from outside the gymnastics world, with her NIL sponsor, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, giving her a shoutout. Here’s to a year filled with unforgettable moments for Olivia Dunne!