Meet Jess Gardner, ‘legit perfect’ track and field star with Olivia Dunne similarities ‘about to take over the internet’
TRACK and field athlete Jess Gardner is "about to take over the internet," according to her growing fanbase.
The Huskers star, 21, is a pole vaulter who competes for the University of Nebraska.
Gardner is currently in her junior year and grew up in nearby Lincoln.
She is majoring in advertising and public relations on a pre-med track, as well as a minor in business.
Gardner began her track and field journey at North Star High School in Lincoln.
In 2022, she finished 15th at the Big Ten Indoor Championships and recorded a season-best mark of 3.97m.
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Gardner has drawn comparisons to Olivia Dunne, the Louisiana State gymnast who dominates the female NIL top-earners list.
Livvy boasts around 11million followers across Instagram and TikTok and has already secured lucrative sponsorship deals.
She became a millionaire at 18 due to online fame - and Gardner produces similar content across her social media.
As well as viral TikTok dances with her teammates, Gardner often updates her 87,000 followers with glamour snaps and fitness tips.
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She's made a real impact on the platform, with one fan reacting to a recent snap: "She's about to take over the internet..."
Another said: "Legit perfect."
While a third added: "Look out Livvy...you got competition now!"
And a fourth gasped: "Absolutely stunning."
The 21-year-old currently has an outdoor career-best 4.17m and intends to go to medical school after graduation.
Away from athletics, Gardner revealed via Opendorse that she enjoys "painting, skincare, fashion, lifting weights, yoga/meditation, and community service."
