Livvy Dunne Teases Paul Skenes Over Low-Energy TikTok at MLB All-Star Game

MLB star rookie Paul Skenes is all about baseball, but when it comes to participating in his girlfriend Olivia ‘Livvy’ Dunne’s TikTok videos, he’s notably less enthusiastic.

No need to worry, though, as Dunne provided a perfect explanation for her boyfriend’s less-than-stellar social media skills to friends and fans. On Monday, the couple filmed a TikTok video from a private jet en route to the MLB All-Star game in Arlington, Texas. In the video, Skenes appeared to barely put in any effort as he tried to follow Dunne in mouthing the words of the audio.

The contrasting vibes from the couple led one person to playfully comment, “That’s probably the most effort he could give. Way to go Paul.” Dunne humorously replied, “He doesn’t know how to tik the tok.”

Despite his low energy in the TikTok clip, Skenes looked every bit the committed boyfriend and top athlete. For a guy who usually stays off the grid, Skenes has featured in several of Dunne’s TikTok posts lately. Dunne, who boasts 8 million followers on the platform, shared one TikTok video where the Pirates star was surprised with balloons and pizza at his apartment following his first selection for the MLB All-Star game.

Another TikTok post from May featured Dunne captioning it, “POV: you both wake up from a nap and find out he’s in MLB.” In all these videos, Skenes might not be the TikTok hero, but he definitely plays his role with earnestness.

The LSU gymnastics star was also present for all the MLB All-Star festivities, where she stunned on the red carpet alongside a dapper-looking Skenes. She was even spotted cheering him on from the stands during his one-inning cameo on the mound.

The Fullerton, California native impressed on the mound during the All-Star Game, pitching only one inning but making it count. Skenes threw seven pitches at 98.2 mph or harder, with five of those pitches clocking at 99.6 mph or faster.

Before the start of the game, Dunne expressed her astonishment at just how hard Skenes can pitch. “My brain can’t even process how hard he throws,” she said on the red carpet. “It’s incredible and it’s such a joy to watch. He’s a great baseball player, but an even better person.”

Their red-carpet appearances and joint social media engagements show a couple very much in sync, each supporting the other in their respective fields. Dunne rooting for Skenes from the stands and presenting a united front on social media underscores the depth of their connection.

While Skenes might not be the master of TikTok, he excels where it counts—in baseball. The couple’s digital interactions provide fans with a peek into their dynamic relationship, complete with playful comments and supportive gestures.

Dunne’s explanation of Skenes’s lack of social media prowess adds a fun, light-hearted layer to their public persona, highlighting their down-to-earth nature amidst their busy, high-profile lives. This genuine, supportive relationship between two prominent figures makes their interactions even more delightful for fans to follow.

In the face of fame and athletic achievement, Dunne and Skenes remain relatable and charming, proving that even MLB stars aren’t perfect at everything, and that’s perfectly okay.

Source: Daily Mail