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Livvy Dunne Reveals Near Miss with 'White Lotus' Before 'Baywatch'
14 May
Summary
- Livvy Dunne auditioned for 'White Lotus' before landing 'Baywatch'.
- She retired from gymnastics in April 2025 to pursue acting.
- Dunne's 'Baywatch' role as Grace debuts in January 2027.
Gymnast-turned-actress Livvy Dunne shared on The Tonight Show that she previously auditioned for the acclaimed HBO series 'White Lotus.' Dunne admitted to being nervous during her first acting audition, a stark contrast to her gymnastics performances. Despite not landing the role in 'White Lotus,' her career took an exciting turn.
Dunne later submitted a self-tape for the 'Baywatch' reboot, unexpectedly booking the part. She is set to portray Grace, an enthusiastic junior lifeguard, in the Fox series scheduled for a January 2027 release. This acting venture aligns with her post-gymnastics plans.
Following her retirement from competitive gymnastics in April 2025, Dunne expressed her strong desire to focus on acting. She confirmed taking acting lessons for quite some time, revealing a passion that began during her LSU years. Now finished with school and athletics, she has dedicated more time to her creative pursuits, finding fulfillment in collaborative projects and seeing hard work culminate in successful outcomes.
