Ali Stroker Playfully Claims Her 12-Month-Old Son Jesse Outperforms Her in Driving
Ali Stroker hilariously claims her 12-month-old son Jesse is a more skilled driver than her The Tony Award-winning actress takes us on a captivating journey throughout the day of her new children's book release, titled 'Cut Loose!' from morning to late night
In the latest issue of We, 36-year-old Ali Stroker shares that a usual morning in her life consists of enjoying valuable playtime with her 12-month-old son, Jesse. She mentions that on this beautiful autumn day, she took him out for a drive. Ali, a Tony winner, and her husband, David Perlow, happily welcomed their son in November 2022.
"Can you believe they're handing out licenses to kids nowadays?" Stroker chuckles, jesting about her son's impressive driving skills in his vibrant red and yellow toy car. "He's got better driving skills than I do!"
On this specific day in the author's life, Stroker embarked on a journey to New York City to promote her latest children's book, Cut Loose!, a captivating sequel to her earlier 2021 masterpiece, The Chance to Fly.
"Filled with both nervousness and excitement, I am eager to discuss the book that Stacy [Davidowitz], my co-writer, and I have poured our hearts into," Stroker shares.
Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey as Cut Loose! is now available in bookstores. Keep scrolling to accompany Stroker throughout a day in her extraordinary life:
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Ali Stroker Jokes That Her 12-Month-Old Son Jesse Is a 'Better Driver' Than Her
A typical morning in Ali Stroker’s life involves spending some quality playtime with her 12-month-old son, Jesse.
"He's all set to hit the road, [so] we decided to go for a spin on this stunning autumn day," reveals Stroker, 36, exclusively in the latest edition of We. The renowned Tony award-winning actress and her spouse, David Perlow, celebrated the arrival of their son in November 2022.
"Who would have thought they were granting licenses to youngsters nowadays?" chuckles Stroker, commenting on her son's prowess in maneuvering his little red and yellow toy vehicle. "He's a more skilled driver than I am!"
Stroker shared her feelings of nervousness and excitement as she headed into New York City to promote her new children's book Cut Loose!, a sequel to her 2021 novel The Chance to Fly. Stroker expressed her anticipation to speak about the book that she and co-writer Stacy Davidowitz had put in a lot of effort.
Cut Loose! is available in bookstores now. Scroll down to follow Stroker through a day in her life:
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9:20 a.m.
Stroker starts her day by promoting Cut Loose!. "I had the opportunity to speak with various radio hosts from different parts of the country," shares the Echoes celebrity with Us. "Interacting with them and hearing their enthusiasm was truly incredible."
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12:30 p.m.
Following breakfast with Jesse, the mother-son duo hit the road for an afternoon walk.
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4:30 p.m.
Next, a glammed-up Stroker heads to the Museum of Broadway in NYC for a signing and to celebrate the launch of Cut Loose!.
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5:00 p.m.
Stroker expresses her immense satisfaction with Davidowitz as they both strike poses in front of a custom dessert, stating, "I couldn't have asked for a more remarkable collaborator to embark on this writing journey with." Overflowing with enthusiasm, Stroker further elaborates, "It was an extraordinary experience," before heading off to meet her devoted fanbase.
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6:30 p.m.
"Chatting with some of the audience members who came out for the launch," Stroker shares. "It's rewarding to know that our writing reaches each person in a different way."
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10:00 p.m.
Later that night, Stroker returns to her abode, seeking solace, and seizes a moment for introspection. "Finally reclining in bed, unwinding after an extraordinarily incredible day," discloses the esteemed Ozark graduate to Us. "I am thrilled for all of you to peruse the book. Enjoy your reading!"
