For a moment, it appeared Olivia Dunne was about to claim a piece of baseball history. The former LSU gymnast, now a multimillionaire through collegiate endorsements, was prepared to pay in full for a $1.59 million apartment in New York City, a home once occupied by baseball pitcher Babe Ruth himself. But in a sudden reversal, just days before receiving the keys, the narrative and plan collapsed for Livvy Dunne! And the matter is not just financial.
In a recently shared TikTok video, Dunne shared how she was all geared up to grab the keys to her new apartment. She stated, “I’m telling everybody I’m excited. I was going to buy it, and I was going to pay with cash. I wanted this apartment badly. It got to the point where the realtor was so confident. Paul and I went. I got an interior designer because I didn’t want to bring my college furniture to Babe Ruth’s apartment.” However, the issue arose with something completely different. A call just a week before the day of the key handover shattered Livvy’s plans.
Addressing the same, Dunne shared, “Then the week that I’m supposed to get my keys to my brand new apartment, I get a call. The co-op board denied me. So, pretty much the people in the building voted to not have me live there.” The co-op board, aka the neighborhood, refused her application, closing the door on what would have been her first real estate purchase. The rejection was unexpected, and what made it more curious was not the financials but the circumstances surrounding the decision. Sharing her disappointment, she added, “Honestly, it wasn’t financial. It could have been. For all I know, they could have been Alabama fans, and I went to LSU. Like, I have no clue.”
While many assumed Olivia Dunne planned to move into the Upper West Side residence with her boyfriend, MLB pitcher Paul Skenes, that was never the arrangement. According to those familiar with the process, the apartment was intended solely for Dunne. This was made further clear by Dunne, who replied, “No this was my apartment” to a fan asking, “Does this mean Paul Skenes is getting out of Pittsburgh?”. In fact, her family traveled to New York with her during the closing steps of the deal. The involvement of an interior designer, often cited as a joint endeavor with Skenes, was a personal project by Dunne, who had no intention of furnishing Ruth’s former home with leftover dorm-room decor.
Dunne had every intention of finalizing the deal without hesitation. “I was going to buy it, and I was going to pay with cash. I wanted this apartment bad,” she said. From her perspective, nothing indicated that the board would block the sale. She was already envisioning life in the unit until the call came. “Then the week that I’m supposed to get my keys … the co-op board denied me.” The specifics of the board’s vote remain unclear. Dunne offered her own tongue-in-cheek theory: “They could have been Alabama fans, and I went to LSU.” She added, “Maybe they didn’t want a public figure living there.” Her sister Julz, who had also traveled to New York during the attempted purchase, later posted an Instagram story with a view of the Manhattan skyline. However, now the image seems more like a farewell than a celebration.
“Don’t try to live in a co-op,” Dunne concluded. “You might get denied, and you won’t get Babe Ruth’s apartment.” What began as a bold step into Manhattan real estate seemingly ended as a quiet reminder that even fame and fortune cannot always sway a co-op board. Although Dunne and Skenes could not secure the keys to the apartment Dunne planned to buy, the duo is successfully shutting down rumors about their separation.
Olivia Dunne ends breakup rumors with a powerful show of support for Paul Skenes
Whispers of discord between Olivia Dunne and Paul Skenes have been swiftly dissipated through a subtle display of solidarity. After days of physical distance, the pair quietly dispelled speculation surrounding their relationship by publicly affirming their mutual support in a moment of significance for Skenes. Dunne’s gesture, shared through her Instagram Story, went beyond mere acknowledgment, reflecting a steadfast partnership that thrives despite the challenges of their demanding careers.
This deliberate act of encouragement arrived as Skenes prepared to take the mound at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, an occasion that highlights his rapid ascent in professional baseball. By showcasing her presence and admiration for the pitcher, Dunne not only reinforced their bond but also reaffirmed the narrative of unity that has followed them since last summer’s All-Star event. The careful timing and genuine tone of her support effectively silenced rumors of estrangement, underlining a relationship anchored in mutual respect and shared ambition.
Their reunion in Atlanta, set against the backdrop of Skenes’ career milestone, serves as a testament to their ability to navigate the pressures of public scrutiny and professional demands. Rather than allowing distance to cast doubt, Dunne’s public endorsement embodies a commitment to stand alongside Skenes, reminding observers that their connection remains intact and resolute. It is this measured and heartfelt gesture that puts to rest any notion of a split, replacing it instead with the quiet affirmation of enduring partnership.
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