In a lighthearted moment during a Friday night event in Baton Rouge, former LSU gymnastics star Livvy Dunne could not resist photobombing football head coach Lane Kiffin as he conducted a live interview. Kiffin, who controversially left Ole Miss to join LSU in November, was speaking with the SEC Network while watching the school's gymnastics team compete against Alabama.
Spontaneous Photobomb Captured on Camera
As Kiffin discussed his early experiences at LSU with the network, Dunne and her former teammate Aleah Finnegan subtly moved into the frame behind him. The pair were seen in the top right corner of the screen, making 'L' signs with their fingers and performing a brief dance routine. Dunne added to the playful antics by sticking her tongue out at one point before both gymnasts quickly exited the shot to avoid disrupting the interview further.
Social Media Reaction and Banter
Kiffin later took to social media to share a clip of the incident, humorously labeling Dunne and Finnegan as 'clout chasers' in a post accompanied by a laughing emoji. Dunne responded in kind by reposting the video on her Instagram story with three laughing emojis, showcasing the good-natured exchange between the coach and the former athlete.
Background on the Key Figures
Lane Kiffin's move to LSU sent shockwaves through college football last year, as he took over a Tigers team that had fired coach Brian Kelly after a 5-3 start to the season. Under Kiffin's leadership, LSU finished with a 7-6 record, marking a transitional period for the program.
Livvy Dunne, a TikTok sensation and prominent online personality, concluded her gymnastics career at LSU in 2025. Since then, she has secured numerous sponsorship deals, including partnerships with athletic wear brand Vuori and Tom Brady's fitness company, NoBull. Additionally, Dunne is preparing for boyfriend Paul Skenes' third MLB season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, which commences next month.
The photobomb incident highlights the crossover between LSU's athletic departments and the playful camaraderie among its stars, offering a moment of levity amid the competitive sports landscape.
