During the buildup to the Super Bowl game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, Olivia Dunne, girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, was spotted enjoying the celebrations in San Francisco. The former LSU gymnast attended a Super Bowl party this week, choosing a sleek black dress for the occasion. Dunne posted a selfie on X with Sydney Thomas on Friday, captioning it,
“Solving world hunger the second year in a row.”
Sydney Thomas Gains Spotlight Following High-Profile Fight Appearance
Sydney Thomas, featured in Dunne’s post, gained recognition after serving as a ring girl at the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on November 15, 2024. Thomas also has experience as a cheerleader for the St. Louis Cardinals and recently graduated from the University of Alabama. Reflecting on her college journey, Thomas wrote in an Instagram post,
“This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I’ll look back on often. And while it’s bittersweet that it’s come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me.❤️ Roll Tide, forever & always.”
Olivia Dunne responded to Thomas’s post with a congratulatory message, writing, “Beauty queen! Congratulations.”
Olivia Dunne Shares Encouragement for Young Female Athletes at Madden Bowl
On Friday, Dunne attended the Madden Bowl presented by SUPER BOWL EA SPORTS, walking the Blue carpet in San Francisco. For the event, she opted for a stylish brown outfit. During an interview with Good Morning America, Dunne delivered an inspiring message aimed at young female athletes. She urged,
“Keep breaking down boundaries, and don’t let male expectations limit you. That’s what I would say.”
From Gymnastics to New Pursuits, Dunne Supports Skenes and Champions Female Empowerment
After retiring from gymnastics last year, Olivia Dunne has focused on new ventures while continuing to support Paul Skenes at Pittsburgh Pirates games. Her presence throughout this Super Bowl week underscores her growing influence as a role model, particularly for young women looking to challenge limitations within sports and beyond. As the baseball season approaches, Dunne’s visibility alongside Skenes highlights their shared journey in the spotlight of professional athletics.
Solving world hunger the second year in a row @itssydneythomas pic.twitter.com/USpBfwDKnH
— Olivia Dunne (@livvydunne) February 8, 2026
