LSU star gymnast Olivia Dunne made headlines this past weekend with a patriotic video she posted while attending a NASCAR race, in which she proudly declared her pronouns to be “USA.” The 20-year-old athlete, known for her incredible skills and popularity on social media, continues to dominate both the gymnastics world and the influencer sphere.
With over 7.6 million followers on TikTok and more than 4.2 million followers on Instagram, Dunne’s massive online presence has made her one of the most influential female college athletes. Her popularity has led to lucrative endorsement deals, making her the highest-earning female college athlete in terms of endorsements such at being this year’s 2023 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model.
Dunne had a VIP pass for the race at Nashville Superspeedway, according to the New York Post.
In the video shared on Sunday, Dunne can be seen standing alongside two young uniformed U.S. Army soldiers at the Nashville Superspeedway race. With unwavering pride, she boldly declares, “My pronouns are U-S-A!” The video quickly garnered attention, racking up over four million views on TikTok alone and amassing nearly half a million likes.
@livvy Murica.🦅🫡 #nascar #foryou ♬ original sound – sara
Dunne, who recently graced the pages of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit as a 2023 model, enjoyed VIP access to the race at the Nashville Superspeedway, as reported by the New York Post. She shared an image of herself wearing a headset at the event, accompanied by the caption, “Start your engines…”
NASCAR itself acknowledged Dunne’s presence and enthusiasm, sharing a photo of her alongside popular NASCAR driver Chase Elliott. The official NASCAR account warmly welcomed Dunne, stating, “Welcome to NASCAR @livvydunne!”
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Dunne’s patriotic pronoun declaration resonated with many who appreciate her dedication to representing her country and the values it holds. Her bold statement aligns with her unwavering support for American troops, as showcased by her appearance with uniformed soldiers at the event.
