LSU’s Livvy Dunne Joins The Baywatch Reboot Cast

A major reboot has officially has its latest cast addition, bringing a high profile LSU Tiger into the fold. Former LSU gymnastics National Champion Livvy Dunne is set to appear in a recurring role in the new Baywatch series.

Online excitement for the new show spiked after a recent video surfaced showing the former Tiger modeling the definitive piece of Baywatch imagery. The visual confirmation, which showcases her in the legendary red swimsuit associated with the franchise...sent the internet into a spin.

Production Underway with a Livvy Training On Set

Behind the scenes videos from the production has been circulating, showing everything from Livvy and the cast training for the famous 'Baywatch run' in the sand, to fun interactions between the new cast members on set. Dunne was recently photographed on location filming essential scenes alongside co-star Brooks Nader, showing that Livvy isn't just a cameo, but a regular part of the show.

The ensemble nature of the show is becoming clear as the former LSU athlete continues to share insights from the shooting schedule...this includes documenting shared moments during production with fellow cast member Hassie Harrison.

From LSU Sports to the National Screen

For fans of LSU athletics, seeing a recognizable former national champion step into such an iconic pop culture role immediately creates interest in the new show. Even if you have no interest in Baywatch, but you're an LSU fan, you probably have a better opinion of the show now.

Livvy took it a step further with the purple and gold, becoming Louisiana royalty with her romantic relationships in Baton Rouge. During their LSU careers, baseball superstar Paul Skenes and Livvy started dating. Making them one of the most legendary LSU power couples in history.

The pair are still together, and with Skenes being one of the best pitchers in Major League Baseball, and Livvy being a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, they've turned into one of sports' biggest power couples in the nation.

But Livvy held her own on the mat in BR too. She helped lead the Tigers gymnastics program to their first-ever NCAA National Championship...but even with all of that, lets not pretend that her LSU career is why she's getting this gig.

Livvy Is A Mega Superstar Online

The digital empire this former Tiger has already built is what makes her a big deal. Long before securing a spot at LSU, Livvy already had a monster following as a social media influencer.

Boasting a staggering audience of over eight million followers on TikTok, and more than five million on Instagram, the former national champion knows exactly how to keep the social media profiles growing. This massive digital footprint turned Livvy into the highest-valued female athlete in the NCAA while at LSU...whic pushed her estimated NIL valuation well past the four million dollar mark.

Now, in the new Baywatch series, it feels more like Livvy is lending her name to the show, instead of the show lifting Livvy up. Not only does she bring her social media fans, but the LSU eyes are paying attention now too.