Livvy Dunne Teases Boyfriend Paul Skenes Over Team USA Selfie

The LSU gymnast jokingly says she's been 'replaced' by Skenes' teammate Bobby Witt Jr.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 11:51pm

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Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne, the 23-year-old girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes, had a cheeky response after Skenes posted an Instagram selfie with his Team USA teammate Bobby Witt Jr. Dunne joked that she's been 'replaced' by Witt, continuing the playful banter between the couple over Skenes' bromance with his fellow MLB player.

Why it matters

Dunne and Skenes have been a high-profile sports couple since their days at LSU, where Dunne was a star gymnast and Skenes was the ace pitcher. Their social media interactions have become a source of entertainment for fans, as they poke fun at each other and their respective careers.

The details

Skenes, 23, posted a selfie on Instagram with some of his Team USA teammates on the bus to loanDepot park for Tuesday's World Baseball Classic final, with Witt seated next to him. Dunne quickly commented on the post, joking 'Let's face it I've been replaced by Bobby.' This comes after Dunne previously had fun with a viral moment of Skenes' reaction to an impressive defensive play by Witt during the United States' pool play win over Mexico.

  • On March 17, 2026, Skenes posted the Team USA selfie on Instagram.
  • Dunne responded to the post with her cheeky comments shortly after.

The players

Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne

A 23-year-old gymnast who previously competed for LSU and is the girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes.

Paul Skenes

A 23-year-old pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates who played for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Bobby Witt Jr.

A teammate of Skenes on the 2026 Team USA World Baseball Classic squad.

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What they’re saying

“Very cool thanks for sharing”

— Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne

“Let's face it I've been replaced by Bobby”

— Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne

The takeaway

Dunne and Skenes' playful social media banter highlights the fun and lighthearted nature of their high-profile relationship, which has captivated fans since their college days. Their ability to poke fun at each other and their respective careers shows the strength of their bond, even as Skenes competes on the world stage with Team USA.