Olivia Dunne sizzles in tiny bikini as gymnast announces huge new career move that is a 'dream come true'

OLIVIA Dunne has sizzled in a glamorous photoshoot to mark her second year as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model.

The 21-year-old LSU gymnast and social media sensation revealed on Instagram that her return to the Swimsuit edition was "a dream come true."

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Speaking to the outlet, Dunne said: "Coming back for Year 2, I mean, last year I said it was a dream come true, and nothing's changed.

"It's still a dream come true. I can't believe I can call myself a rookie. It feels unreal."

In the reel, Dunne could be seen posing for her latest snaps in sunny Portugal, wearing a revealing white patterned bikini.

SI Swimsuit editor M.J. Day told TMZ: "The decision to invite Livvy back to appear in the 2024 issue as a rookie was an easy one.

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"Last year, we featured Livvy the D1 athlete, highlighting her accolades as an all-academic and an all-star on the rise.

"This year, we are featuring Livvy as a well-established, industrious entrepreneur who is here to stay, who continues to break barriers, continues to work hard and forge an unforgettable path for herself and future generations of female athletes."

Day went on to add that Dunne "stands out in her own unique and critical way.

"We are so incredibly proud of what she continues to achieve and are so excited to welcome her back not as Livvy Dunne the LSU D1 gymnast, but Livvy Dunne, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit rookie."

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Prior to her debut in 2023, Dunne explained in an Instagram video that she was aiming "to inspire the younger generation" with her appearance.

Her eye-catching debut shoot was captured on the sun-soaked shores of Puerto Rico, where she wowed in a series of swimsuits.

The 2024 SI Swimsuit edition, which marks its 60th anniversary, will be released in May.

This marks the latest career move for Dunne, who is now in her final year at Louisiana State University.

Currently sponsored by the likes of American Eagle, ACCELERATOR, Motorola, ESPN, and many more, she has an annual NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) value of around $3.3 million, as per On3.

Dunne's growing business portfolio stems from her ever-growing social media fanbase, where she has over 12 million followers across all platforms.

And it seems she is doing her utmost to make the most of her NIL deals while she still can, as the end of her collegiate career looms.

Speaking to Elle in July, she admitted: "I know it's coming to an end, so I'm trying to take in every single last memory I can, but I'm also excited to see what the future holds."

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