Livvy Dunne's Unexpected Gift for Paul Skenes After Pirates Rookie Makes MLB All-Star Team

Sports | July 8, 2024, 12:54 p.m.

LSU gymnast Olivia "Livvy" Dunne was thrilled to learn that her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes, had been selected to the NL All-Star team after just 10 starts in the big leagues. Dunne planned a special celebration with pizza and champagne to surprise Skenes after the news was announced by MLB. Skenes, who made history as the first player to be selected No. 1 overall and then granted All-Star honors the following year, has been dominating on the mound with a 2.12 ERA and 78 strikeouts in 59.1 innings. The couple, hoping this is just the first of many achievements to come, shared their joy on social media as they look forward to the All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Their genuine happiness and support for each other have captured the hearts of fans as they celebrate this milestone together.