Paul Skenes, the 23-year-old pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, is setting the bar for what it means to be a supportive partner. On July 15, as he and his girlfriend, Olivia “Livvy” Dunne, walked the red carpet for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, Skenes demonstrated his chivalry when Dunne had a small wardrobe malfunction.
Dunne, 22, who stunned in a backless blue halter dress, faced a minor hiccup when one of her strappy white heels became undone. The cameras caught the moment, showing Skenes immediately stopping what he was doing to help her fix the issue, ensuring she stayed comfortable and safe.
The MLB tweeted about the moment, calling Skenes a “gentleman” on the red carpet, adding a tuxedo emoji to highlight his supportive gesture. It was a sweet moment of teamwork that fans were quick to appreciate.
Their Relationship Journey
This isn’t the first time the couple has graced the MLB All-Star Game together. They also attended the 2024 All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas, where Skenes made his All-Star debut.
Dunne and Skenes went public with their relationship in August 2023, after dating rumors first sparked when Dunne was seen wearing his jersey at the College World Series in June 2023.
At the 2025 Fanatics Fest, Dunne spoke with PEOPLE about how they manage their relationship, especially with their busy schedules. She shared that they don’t impose restrictions on each other, saying, “We don’t restrict each other from doing things.”
She emphasized that understanding each other’s career commitments is key. “He has a job to do, and I have a job to do — I know that’s so important for two young kids in a relationship to realize.”
The Yin and Yang of Their Relationship
Dunne also opened up about how their personalities complement each other, saying, “I feel like we’re like yin and yang.” As a social media influencer and Sports Illustrated model, Dunne loves being in the spotlight, whereas Skenes prefers to stay out of the public eye.
“He doesn’t even have social media on his phone. He doesn’t like social media at all,” she said. Despite their differences, Dunne believes they balance each other out. “We’re just very opposite and I feel like it really works.”
The couple’s dynamic has become one of the highlights for fans who admire how they play off each other. Dunne appreciates how Skenes holds her accountable and helps her grow, calling it one of the key strengths of their relationship.
A Partnership That Works
Whether it’s on the red carpet or navigating their careers, Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne continue to show that their love is built on mutual respect, understanding, and a lot of support. As they balance their busy lives in sports and entertainment, it’s clear that this couple knows how to make it work.
