Livvy Dunne has become one of the biggest names in college sports, capturing national attention both for her athletic abilities and her social media presence. As one of the top NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) earners in the country, the LSU gymnast’s every move draws significant attention. With over 10 million followers across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, Dunne has reached a level of fame that transcends the gymnastics world.
Recently, Livvy appeared on fellow LSU athlete Flau’jae Johnson’s Best of Both Worlds podcast, where she discussed the strange and sometimes outright bizarre messages she receives on social media. One particularly unusual request stood out during the conversation: a fan asked her for her bathwater.
“Like, what has my life come to?” Livvy recalled, laughing as she shared the experience. “I mean, there are people begging for bathwater. It’s kind of settled down at this point, but that was a crazy one I’ll never forget.”
The outlandish request didn’t phase Livvy too much, though. She admitted to having a little fun with the situation. “I kind of just spun it off into a joke,” she told Flau’jae. “I replied with some out-of-pocket stuff back, which maybe I shouldn’t have, but it was funny at the time.”
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Dunne’s ability to handle these bizarre interactions with humor is a testament to her maturity and resilience, as she continues to navigate life in the spotlight. Being a public figure in college sports, especially as a young woman, means that Dunne has had to deal with both immense admiration and some unwanted attention.
While the social media oddities are a part of her life, Dunne remains focused on her gymnastics career and her responsibilities as an LSU athlete. In recent weeks, she and her teammates took a retreat to Gulf Shores, Alabama, to recharge and bond ahead of the upcoming season. The team has also been hard at work in the gym, preparing to defend LSU’s national reputation in gymnastics.
The LSU Tigers are coming off an incredible season, with Aleah Finnegan leading the way to secure the program’s first-ever NCAA Championship in gymnastics. Finnegan’s performance on the balance beam, scoring an almost flawless 9.95, sealed the victory. LSU’s final rotation earned an NCAA Championship record score of 49.7625, making it a historic achievement for the program.
For Livvy, this upcoming season is especially significant, as it marks her final year of NCAA eligibility. After years of contributing to LSU’s success and becoming a trailblazer in the NIL era, this season will be her last chance to compete at the collegiate level. With the LSU Tigers coming off their championship win, Dunne will undoubtedly be looking to leave a lasting legacy on and off the mat.
Though her gymnastics career is winding down, Livvy’s future remains bright. Her influence extends far beyond the sport, and she’s likely to continue capitalizing on her massive social media following and business ventures post-college. Whether through modeling, content creation, or other entrepreneurial endeavors, Dunne’s star is unlikely to fade anytime soon.
As for the fan requests for her bathwater, it’s clear that Livvy Dunne knows how to keep her cool and maintain her sense of humor in the face of strange situations.
With her focus firmly on gymnastics and her future, she’s proving that she’s much more than just a social media sensation—she’s an athlete and role model for young women navigating life in the public eye.
