Lonny & Deidra’s Waldorf Astoria Proposal

November 12, 2025 — Washington, D.C.

A Magical Waldorf Astoria Proposal

Lonny’s surprise proposal to Deidra at the iconic Waldorf Astoria in Washington, D.C. was romantic, elegant, and deeply personal. Lonny has been part of the Washington Talent family for over a decade, serving as musical director, keyboardist, and vocalist for ONYX, one of WTA’s most in-demand event bands. Deidra is an accounting manager by day and a professional vocalist by passion, with a natural fit in Lonny’s musical world.

The Moment

Against the timeless architecture of the Waldorf Astoria, Lonny dropped to one knee in a moment filled with happy tears, applause, and love.

A Washington Talent Family Celebration

At Washington Talent, this engagement was celebrated as more than a milestone — a family celebration marking the next chapter for two members of the WTA community.

Photography by Jack Hartzman and David Hartzman.