Livvy Dunne Denied Upper West Side Apartment

Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne, a former LSU gymnast and social media influencer, was denied the purchase of Babe Ruth's historic three-bedroom apartment on Manhattan's Upper West Side by the building's co-op board, despite her $1.59 million cash offer and financial stability. Dunne and her MLB boyfriend Paul Skenes had already hired an interior designer and were days away from closing when the board unexpectedly rejected her application. No formal reason was provided for the denial, though Dunne speculated her celebrity status or public profile could have played a role. The incident has drawn significant media attention and highlights the exclusivity and unpredictability of Manhattan co-op boards, which can reject buyers without explanation. The case underscores the hurdles even wealthy and high-profile buyers may encounter in New York City's competitive real estate market. Dunne publicly advised her followers about the risks of seeking to purchase co-op apartments.