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Olivia “Livvy” Dunne is more than ready for the Kentucky Derby.

Dunne, 22, showed off her outfit for the 2025 Kentucky Oaks on Friday, wearing all-pink threads for the derby precursor.

The former LSU gymnast and social media sensation first revealed her Oaks Day outfit on social media, posting a video captioned with “Your girl’s first derby :)” to her Instagram story and TikTok accounts.

Wearing pink is seen as a tradition at Churchill Downs, as it is the color of the Oaks’ official flower, along with being in honor of the racecourse’s advocacy and fundraising for breast and ovarian cancer.

Dunne was seen again later in the day, this time giving the official “rider’s up” remarks at Kentucky Oaks in a video shared by NBC Sports.


  The celebrated gymnast and two time Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover star, Livvy Dunne hosted Club SI at Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Oaks on Friday. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated The celebrated gymnast and two time Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover star, Livvy Dunne hosted Club SI at Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Oaks on Friday. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated

  Livvy Dunne shows off her Kentucky Oaks outfit to kick off the Kentucky Derby weekend. TikTok @livvy Livvy Dunne shows off her Kentucky Oaks outfit to kick off the Kentucky Derby weekend. TikTok @livvy

“Kentucky Oaks fans,” she said. “Now for the annual tradition that we have all been looking forward to, riders up!”

Dunne is also set to conduct a meet-and-greet with fans, even with the impending weather conditions — which include a forecast of rain all weekend — scheduled to hit Churchill Downs.

In addition to Dunne, winner of season 23 of “The Voice,” Gina Miles was also in attendance.

She sang the national anthem before the race kicked off.


  Livvy Dunne spectates from SI’s finish line view at Churchill Downs. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated Livvy Dunne spectates from SI’s finish line view at Churchill Downs. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated

Following the Oaks race is the Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, which is set to feature a slate of celebrities, ranging from music artists to professional athletes.

Former Packers and Jets teammates Aaron Rodgers, Devante Adams, Allen Lazard and Randall Cobb will be in attendance.

Seven-time Olympic gold-medal gymnast Simone Biles is also confirmed to be on the list.

On the music side, Machine Gun Kelly, Dierks Bentley and Boyz II Men are some of the artists who will be there Friday night.


  Wearing pink is seen as a tradition at Churchill Downs, as it is the color of the Oaks’ official flower. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated Wearing pink is seen as a tradition at Churchill Downs, as it is the color of the Oaks’ official flower. Jason Morales for Sports Illustrated


  Race fans walk around in their derby hats and attire for Oaks Day at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. on May 2, 2025. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Race fans walk around in their derby hats and attire for Oaks Day at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. on May 2, 2025. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Actors Tracy Morgan, Blair Underwood and Wilmer Valderrama are also going to the gala.

The event, which is held annually, has raised and donated $21 million to the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center at the University of Kentucky.


  Good Cheer with Luis Saez up makes a move in the final turn Friday, May 2, 2025, during the 151st running of the Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs in Louisville. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Good Cheer with Luis Saez up makes a move in the final turn Friday, May 2, 2025, during the 151st running of the Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs in Louisville. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
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