Senator Cory Booker took to Instagram on Tuesday to announce a milestone in his personal life: he is now engaged to longtime girlfriend Alexis Lewis. “I’m thrilled to share: Alexis and I are engaged! I am savoring the soul-affirming wonder of everyday life with my partner, best friend, and now my fiancée,” the New Jersey Democrat wrote alongside photos of Lewis showing off her engagement ring. The post hinted at a beachside proposal, likely during the August recess.
Who is Cory Booker?
Cory Booker is a U.S. Senator from New Jersey, first elected in 2013. His contributions to racial equity, affordable housing, healthcare access, and criminal justice reform have earned him widespread recognition as a Democrat.
Prior to entering the Senate, he served as mayor of Newark, where his grassroots leadership style regularly garnered national attention. Despite being a well-known politician, Booker has never been married; instead, he has gained notoriety for a different kind of achievement.
Who is Alexis Lewis?
Lewis, who works at a real estate investment firm, has kept a relatively low public profile. According to NJ.com, she and Booker met on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend about 16 months ago, in May 2024. Their relationship became more visible last August when Booker shared anecdotes about her in an interview, including her playful curiosity about his Instagram “For You” page, which revealed his fondness for food and animal clips.
Why is social media buzzing?
While Booker’s announcement drew warm congratulations, social media also lit up with one striking observation: Lewis bears a strong resemblance to Rosario Dawson, Booker’s former girlfriend. “Congratulations…but you definitely have a type…literally thought she was Rosario!” one user commented. Another chimed in on X, formerly Twitter: “Could definitely be sisters!” The comparisons quickly made their way across platforms, sparking chatter almost as much as the engagement itself.
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Booker’s personal and political journey
Booker, 55, has never been married. His relationship with Dawson, a Hollywood actress and activist, lasted from 2019 to 2022. His engagement to Lewis marks a new chapter for the senator, who has long been known more for his political achievements than his private life. Booker made a name for himself as the former mayor of Newark and has been a strong supporter of racial equity, affordable housing, healthcare, and criminal justice reform. He has been the U.S. senator representing New Jersey since 2013.
