A Quiet Start to Married Life
In late autumn, Senator Cory Booker and Alexis Lewis stepped into marriage with calm intention. They marked the moment in a way that reflected the quiet intimacy of their union.
Two Heartfelt Ceremonies
The couple married in two intimate ceremonies—one in Newark, the other in Washington, D.C.—just weeks after announcing their engagement. They shared the news through social media, offering fans a glimpse into their private celebration.
In a November 30, 2025, post, Booker expressed gratitude, explaining they exchanged vows first at the courthouse in Newark, then with family in D.C. The post included a carousel of heartfelt images.
Capturing the Day
One photo showed the couple in a gentle embrace, eyes closed, bathed in warm light. Another captured them hand in hand outside a cathedral-style entrance; Lewis wore an elegant white dress, and Booker gazed at her with admiration. A third photo highlighted them under a “NEWARK” sign framed by vivid fall leaves, blending romance with hometown pride.
Cory Booker and Alexis Lewis gaze into each other’s eyes on their wedding day, as seen from a post dated November 30, 2025. | Source: Facebook/CoryBooker
Floral Arches and Family Moments
A second series of images displayed Lewis in a strapless lace gown holding a bouquet, surrounded by Booker, their parents, and family under golden floral décor. Another showed them beneath an ornate floral arch, Lewis beaming beneath her veil as Booker stood beside her in a classic tuxedo. A nighttime balcony shot revealed the couple sharing a kiss against a glowing cityscape.
Symbolic Ceremonies
The New York Times reported that the couple held an interfaith ceremony in Washington, D.C., officiated by a rabbi and a pastor under a huppah. They also formalized their marriage at Newark’s federal courthouse with Judge Julien Xavier Neals presiding. The celebration concluded with Italian pastries and a vegan chocolate chip cookie dough cake honoring Booker’s plant-based diet.
From First Date to Engagement
Lewis, 38, a Washington native and investment director, met Booker on a blind date in May 2024. Their first date lasted over five hours, followed by a second evening of dinner, a Broadway show, and a first kiss at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Their engagement happened in Kauai on August 24, 2025, accompanied by Mariah Carey’s “Dreamlover,” a song meaningful to Lewis.
A Growing Life Together
The couple shares routines like cooking, playing cards, singing, and streaming shows, along with caring for their foster dog, Cooke. Lewis reflected that meeting Booker during a period of personal growth made their commitment especially significant.
Public Excitement and Private Connection
Their engagement had already sparked national conversation. On September 2, 2025, Booker shared a heartfelt announcement praising Lewis for helping him grow, find peace, and embrace a sense of home. Fans responded with praise, admiration, and playful comparisons to his past relationships. Even former partner Rosario Dawson publicly congratulated the couple.
Returning to What Matters
Despite the scrutiny and public fascination, Booker and Lewis focused on their private bond. Their wedding, social posts, and shared rituals highlight a relationship built steadily, with purpose, and filled with gratitude and love.
