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Livvy Dunne just shocked fans by launching her acting career on Fox’s Baywatch reboot. The 23-year-old former LSU gymnast has landed a recurring role as Grace, a highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard. Since retirement in April 2025, she’s been prepping for this moment with acting lessons.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Role: Grace, a highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard on Fox’s Baywatch reboot
- Acting debut: Former LSU gymnast making her first professional screen appearance
- Premiere window: 2026-2027 TV season on Fox with specific date TBA
- Star power: 13 million social media followers joining cast with Stephen Amell and Brooks Nader
From Gymnastics Champion to Hollywood Actress
Livvy Dunne’s career pivot comes after an impressive gymnastics journey at Louisiana State University. She retired from the sport in April 2025 and began pursuing her passion for acting. The former competitive gymnast has been taking acting classes and studying film fundamentals to prepare for her debut.
According to PEOPLE Magazine, Dunne previously stated she’d been interested in acting since her LSU days but gymnastics was her primary focus. Now with professional sports behind her, she’s committed to exploring the creative side of entertainment.
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The Baywatch Reboot Brings Influencer Power
Fox’s reimagined Baywatch is being called “Baywatch 2.0: The Influencers Edition” due to its star-studded social media lineup. Dunne joins fellow influencer Brooks Nader (1.8M followers), Shay Mitchell (35M followers), and Noah Beck (41M followers) in the series regulars. Actor Stephen Amell leads the cast as Hobie Buchannon.
The production utilizes Venice Beach and Los Angeles locations to capture the iconic lifeguard action. McG directed the premiere episode, and Matt Nix serves as showrunner for the series, which is co-produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle.
Cast And Production Details
| Detail | Information |
| Network | Fox |
| Premiere Season | 2026-2027 TV season |
| Lead Actor | Stephen Amell as Hobie Buchannon |
| Total Episodes | 12 episodes ordered |
“It’s something I’ve been passionate about for quite some time. I was interested in doing that at LSU, but sports are your top priority when you’re a student-athlete. And now that I’m done with school, I have more time to lean into the acting stuff and the creative side of things.”
— Livvy Dunne, former LSU gymnast and new Baywatch star
The Original Legacy Meets New Generation
Baywatch originally launched in 1989 on NBC, later becoming a syndicated sensation that ran for 11 seasons. The franchise returned for a 2003 reunion special and a 2017 film starring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. Original cast member David Chokachi is reprising his role as Cody Madison in the new series.
The reboot reimagines lifeguard action with contemporary storylines. Hobie Buchannon now appears as a captain following his legendary father Mitch’s footsteps. His daughter Charlie (played by Jessica Belkin) arriving on his doorstep creates dramatic tension, while Brooks Nader’s rivalrous captain Selene adds competitive storylines.
What’s Next for Livvy Dunne After Baywatch Success?
With 13 million social media followers, Dunne brings massive audience reach to the show. Her early confidence in the role suggests strong screen chemistry potential. Industry observers note her transition from elite athletics could translate well to action-oriented television.
The recurring role allows flexibility for her to accept future film and television opportunities while establishing her acting credentials. If this debut resonates with audiences, expect more casting opportunities in Hollywood to follow quickly.
Sources
- PEOPLE Magazine – Livvy Dunne’s acting career debut announcement with exclusive quotes
- Deadline – Baywatch reboot cast details and production information
- Variety – Fox television series greenlight announcement for 2026-2027 season
