Former New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez and his girlfriend, fitness professional Jaclyn Cordeiro, enjoyed a romantic date night in West Hollywood on Monday evening. The couple, aged 50 and 46 respectively, were seen holding hands as they made their way to the upscale celebrity hotspot Craig's, showcasing their affectionate relationship in public.
Valentine's Day Tribute and Relationship Timeline
This outing follows Rodriguez's recent Instagram tribute to Cordeiro on Valentine's Day, where he shared a heartfelt carousel of photos with the caption, 'Happy Valentine’s Day and happy birthday to the woman who does it all, @jac_lynfit.' He further expressed his admiration, adding, 'My ride or die, thank you for making me smile every day.' The pair have been dating since October 2022, which came after Rodriguez's two-year engagement to Jennifer Lopez ended in 2021.
Family Backgrounds and Shared Interests
Rodriguez shares two daughters, Natasha, 21, and Ella, 17, with his ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis, while Cordeiro has two daughters of her own, Bella, 14, and Savanah, 13, from a previous relationship. A source revealed to People in December 2022 that both Rodriguez and Cordeiro are deeply committed to fitness, noting, 'She may be as strict about her own regimen as he is. Alex and Jaclyn are both fitness obsessed and into exercise and body building.' The source emphasized that Rodriguez would not date anyone who wasn't dedicated to daily fitness, as it is a major part of his lifestyle.
Rodriguez's Praise for Cordeiro's Influence
In April 2024, Rodriguez opened up about his romance with the New York Post, stating, 'Everything's been going good [with us]. Thank God.' He credited Cordeiro with being a positive influence, saying, 'She's been a good influence with me. I've been working hard and trying to stay in shape and continuing to try to copy some of her great work ethic and health and wellness practices.' Rodriguez attributed his recent weight loss to following a fitness program created by Cordeiro, highlighting her impact on his health.
He elaborated on his lifestyle changes, explaining, 'Just being consistent, which is what I've learned from her, has been very helpful. I've been training seven days a week. I've eliminated a lot of the steak. I was a big steak eater. I used to eat steak probably eight out of 10 days, and now only one or two [days] out of 10 days. And then I do these 45-minute walks after dinner.'
Past Relationship with Jennifer Lopez
Rodriguez was first romantically linked with Jennifer Lopez in 2017, and they announced their engagement in March 2019 before ending it in April 2021. In a joint statement, they said, 'We have realized we are better as friends and look forward to remaining so. We will continue to work together and support each other on our shared businesses and projects. We wish the best for each other and one another's children. Out of respect for them, the only other comment we have is to say is thank you to everyone who has sent kind words and support.'
In 2022, Rodriguez praised Lopez during an appearance on the Martha Stewart Podcast, declaring, 'Here's what I will tell you about Jennifer – she's the most talented human being I've ever been around.' This acknowledgment came as Lopez prepares for her upcoming March shows at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
