At 56, U.S. Senator Cory Booker made headlines for something far more personal than politics. On September 2, 2025, he revealed that he is officially engaged to his partner, Alexis Lewis, marking a new chapter in his life.
Taking to Instagram, Booker shared his joy with a heartfelt post:
“I’m overjoyed to announce that Alexis and I are engaged! Every day with my partner, best friend, and now fiancée has been a soul-affirming gift. She brings me peace, helps me grow, and gives me a true sense of home.”
Alongside his announcement, the senator posted a series of proposal photos, which quickly set social media on fire. Fans flooded the comments with congratulations. One wrote, “That smile says it all—congratulations!” while another added, “Wishing you both endless happiness!”
Some even praised Lewis’s elegance, calling her “First Lady material.” But others couldn’t help comparing her to Booker’s well-known ex, actress Rosario Dawson. One user commented, “Congrats, but wow… she looks just like Rosario.”
Not everyone was supportive. On Facebook, a few critics mocked the simplicity of the engagement ring, with comments like, “That’s it? No diamond?” and even personal jabs about Lewis’s appearance. Still, the positive messages vastly outnumbered the negative.
Perhaps most surprising of all, Rosario Dawson herself publicly congratulated the couple, writing: “Love Love! Congratulations you two! ❤️❤️.”
Booker and Dawson were once a high-profile couple, attending red carpets and public events together between 2019 and 2022. Their relationship, often described as warm and genuine, was widely covered by the media. Photos of the pair smiling at political debates, film premieres, and even the 2021 presidential inauguration remain part of their story.
Now, with Lewis, Booker begins a new journey filled with hope, gratitude, and renewed love. The proposal marks not just a milestone in his personal life but also a reminder that even public figures can find grounding in private happiness.