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The 2023 ESPY Awards commenced on a great note, with a multitude of sporting stars in attendance. The athletes from various domains walked on the red carpet and made a haven in the hearts of millions through their vogue. Nonetheless, the LSU star Olivia Dunne also graced her presence at the event and gave away some serious fashion goals through her black attire.

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However, her couture wasn’t the only thing that grabbed her fans attention. Dunne’s bold take on the ‘baddest Man on the Planet’ aka Mike Tyson also made many heads turn her way.

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Olivia Dunne’s moniker for Mike Tyson

At the ESPY Awards, Olivia Dunne graced the red carpet with elegance. She effortlessly exuded confidence wearing a black cutout gown that highlighted her athletic frame. She solidified her position as a true fashion icon with her allure. Meanwhile, Mike Tyson, the charismatic and enigmatic figure, made a striking appearance at the ESPYs. He wore a gray shirt with a light-colored blazer, dark-colored pants.

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Accompanied by his daughter, Milan Tyson, the boxing legend commanded attention and exuded his trademark charm as he mingled with fellow athletes. Mike Tyson and Olivia Dunne came face to face during this celebrity-studded event. Olivia Dunne posted the resulting image to her Instagram handle. In the caption, the gymnast wrote, “Swipe to see my security?. In the picture Dunne smiled as she confidently stood beside Tyson, who had a warm and welcoming grin. Following this, fan reactions flooded in on the iconic picture.

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Olivia Dunne and Mike Tyson’s Iconic Snapshot

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The comments section on Dunne’s post was ignited with excitement and amusement. When a fan questioned Tyson’s height, “Is Mike Tyson only 5’8?”, a lighthearted thread was started. “He’s 5’10,” another fan responded, quickly correcting the misunderstanding. A third fan joined in, with a humorous twist, “57 years old and he would knock the three of us heads off?. The banter continued.

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In another comment, a fan expressed, “I would definitely not want to mess with you with him as security?. One fan’s comment brought a smile to everyone’s face as they remarked, “Glad to see your ears are still intact”. This playful reference to Tyson’s notorious encounter with Evander Holyfield added a touch of nostalgia and humor to the reactions. Even Olivia Dunne’s mom, known for her own wit, joined in on the fun with a hilarious comment.

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She amusingly cautioned her daughter, saying, “Just don’t steal his tiger,” referencing Tyson’s famous ownership of the Bengal tigers. Dunne responded in kind, appreciating her mom’s humor, and replied, “Good one, mom?. The comments section became a vibrant hub?of laughter, adoration, and shared excitement for what these extraordinary athletes have in store for the future.

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Christaline Meyers

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Christaline Meyers is a senior Olympics writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in gymnastics and alpine skiing. Christaline is one of the acclaimed authorities in the coverage of 6x All-Around champion, Simone Biles. She has written extensively, covering every detail of Biles’s life stories as well as providing her perspective on Simone Biles’ Yurchenko Double Pike controversy. Beyond the gymnastics realm, Christaline also takes an avid interest in the development of the on-field rivalry between Mikaela Shiffrin and Petra Vlhova in the snow-covered alps. When away from the ES Desk, she can be found meditating and listening to music.

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