Olivia Dunne is back in the spotlight, but this time it’s not for gymnastics. The former LSU standout, who retired in April 2025 after her fifth season in Baton Rouge, is stepping into acting with a role in the upcoming “Baywatch” reboot, which is set to air on Fox during the 2026–27 TV season.

The 23-year-old, who helped LSU win a national championship in 2024, recently shared a behind-the-scenes look from the set. Livvy posted an Instagram story featuring herself in the iconic red swimsuit alongside co-star Hassie Harrison in Los Angeles.

Olivia Dunne captioned the post “Baewatch,” giving fans a glimpse of her new chapter. It marks a clear shift from her NCAA career to entertainment. Now, she’s trading the gym floor for the beach in a high-profile TV role.

In the photo, Dunne is seen smiling, winking, and flashing a peace sign with her right hand. A few hours later, 36-year-old Hassie Harrison, who will play Nat, reposted the story and added, “❤️❤️❤️ adore you babes!! 🥰.”

Olivia Dunne, who is making her acting debut, has been cast in a recurring role as Grace. The character is described as a “highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard” in the reboot of the franchise, first launched in 1989. It marks her first official step into television.

The former LSU Tiger has hinted at an acting career for some time. Now, with filming underway, fans can expect more behind-the-scenes content from her.

Who Else Is Joining Olivia Dunne in the “Baywatch” Reboot?

Barely 6 days ago, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, Olivia Dunne, shared her “Baywatch” update on Instagram.

There, she posted photos of herself reading the script while at Venice Beach, one of the main filming locations.

“I’m not a lifeguard, but I play one on TV,” Dunne wrote in her caption.

Moreover, in an earlier interview with Maxim as the winter 2025 cover star, Dunne said she has been preparing for this move. She revealed she’s been working with an acting coach and reading scripts.

“One thing people would be surprised about is that I take acting lessons, and I really love it," Olivia Dunne revealed in an interview with People.

Regardless, the cast also includes Shay Mitchell, Jessica Belkin, and Noah Beck. All three have already been spotted on set wearing the iconic red swimsuits. Filming began earlier this month.

Interestingly, David Chokachi, who starred in the original “Baywatch,” is returning to the franchise. He will reprise his role as Cody Madison in the new 12-episode series.

Brooks Nader, another Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, has also joined the lineup and was seen alongside Dunne in a sneak peek.

Stephen Amell, 44, who will play an adult Hobie Buchannon, has already shared his thoughts online.

“I’m fully aware that Baywatch is iconic—and at its heart, it’s entertainment. It’s big, fun, and unapologetically larger than life,” he wrote on Instagram.

So, do you think Olivia Dunne can bring the same star power from gymnastics to the screen in such an iconic franchise? And most importantly, which cast member are you most excited to see alongside Dunne in the new “Baywatch” reboot?

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Written by

Sauramita Debbarma

Edited by

Shraabona Sengupta