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Gymnast Dunne Dives into Acting with Baywatch Role
14 Mar
Summary
- Olivia Dunne stars as lifeguard Grace in the upcoming Baywatch reboot.
- She pursued acting passion for years, even during her college gymnastics career.
- Filming preparations have begun in Venice Beach, California, for the new series.
Social media sensation and former gymnast Olivia Dunne has officially entered the acting world, taking on the role of Grace in the upcoming Baywatch reboot. Dunne, who concluded her collegiate gymnastics career in April 2025, shared her excitement by posting photos in lifeguard attire with the production's script. This move fulfills a passion for acting that she cultivated for years, even during her time as a student-athlete at LSU.
Dunne explained that her focus on gymnastics and academics in college meant she couldn't pursue acting sooner. Now, with her gymnastics career behind her, she is dedicating more time to creative endeavors. The Baywatch reboot is set to feature Stephen Amell as Hobie Buchannon and David Chokachi reprising his role as Cody Madison, connecting the new series to its 1990s origins.
Production has commenced, with the cast having completed their first table read. Filming is reportedly taking place around Venice Beach in California. Dunne's substantial social media presence, with over 15 million followers across platforms, is anticipated to help the project connect with younger demographics.
