Senator Cory Booker Announces Engagement to Alexis Lewis

Washington, D.C., September 2, 2025 - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) revealed today that he is engaged to his long-time partner, Alexis Lewis. Booker, 56, shared the news in an Instagram post featuring a series of photographs from a surprise beach proposal in Hawaii.

In his announcement, the senator described Lewis as “one of the greatest unearned blessings of my life,” adding, “She has transformed me, helping me to ground and center my inner life, and discover the joys of building a nurturing home with someone you love.” Booker posted images of the couple embracing on a tropical shore, with one shot capturing the moment he knelt on one knee to present the engagement ring.

Booker confirmed that he and Lewis have been together for over a year and a half, following his high-profile relationship with actress Rosario Dawson, which ended in February 2022. The senator and his fiancée reside together in Washington, D.C., where they share a passion for community service and social justice initiatives.

Friends and followers quickly offered congratulations in the post’s comments, praising the couple’s joy and Booker’s heartfelt tribute to Lewis. A date for the wedding has not yet been announced.