Olivia Dunne Announces Retirement From Gymnastics After 20-Year Career

LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne has officially announced her retirement from gymnastics after a career spanning two decades, marked by both notable achievements and injury setbacks. Dunne, who helped LSU secure their first NCAA national championship in 2024, spent her final season largely sidelined by an avulsion fracture of her patella but remained a supportive presence for her teammates. In an emotional video tribute, she reflected on her journey from childhood training in New Jersey, her time on the U.S. National Team, and her collegiate career at LSU. Dunne expressed gratitude to her family, coaches, and the sport itself for shaping her life and character. She confirmed she will not continue gymnastics professionally or pursue the Olympics, and is expected to focus on modeling and social media influencing moving forward. Dunne's legacy extends beyond sports, as she has become one of the most followed female athletes and has appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue.