Couple Overcomes Obstacles to Tie the Knot

From last-minute "Hamilton" tickets to converting religions, Julian LeCraw III went to great lengths to win over Danielle Toth.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Danielle Toth, a global product lead at Google, and Julian LeCraw III, a wealth manager, met in college in 2011 and dated briefly before reconnecting years later. LeCraw took major steps to show his commitment to Toth, including converting to Conservative Judaism and securing hard-to-get "Hamilton" tickets just to impress her. The couple were married in February 2026 at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City.

Why it matters

This story highlights the lengths some people will go to in order to make a relationship work, even if it means making major life changes. It also showcases the creativity and thoughtfulness that can go into planning a memorable wedding proposal and ceremony.

The details

After reconnecting in 2016, LeCraw and Toth decided to give their relationship "a real shot" in 2019. LeCraw proposed to Toth on July 3, 2025, at her favorite hike in North Carolina, hiring a photographer disguised as a birdwatcher to capture the moment. The couple incorporated many New York-themed elements into their wedding, which took place at the Museum of Arts and Design and was officiated by a Conservative rabbi as well as LeCraw's cousin.

  • The couple first met at a party in Wellesley, Massachusetts in 2011.
  • LeCraw and Toth dated briefly in the spring and fall of 2011.
  • In the spring of 2016, LeCraw asked to see Toth in New York and secured "Hamilton" tickets for them that night.
  • LeCraw proposed to Toth on July 3, 2025 at Satulah Mountain in North Carolina.
  • The couple were married on February 15, 2026 in New York City.

The players

Danielle Helyn Toth

A 35-year-old global product lead at Google who was born in New York City and grew up in Marlboro, New Jersey. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from Wellesley College.

Julian LeCraw III

A 34-year-old wealth manager at Wellington Shields who was born in Atlanta and attended boarding schools in the Northeast. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Babson College.

Gordon Yaffe

A Conservative rabbi affiliated with Congregation L'Dor V'Dor in Little Neck, New York who officiated the couple's ketubah signing and wedding ceremony.

Coles Cotter

LeCraw's cousin who obtained a one-day license to officiate the couple's legal wedding.

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What they’re saying

“You're crying because you think this is the happiest day of your life, but I promise it isn't. You're going to have more, and they're going to be with me.”

— Julian LeCraw III (New York Times)

“Oh, you for sure changed your mind.”

— Julian LeCraw III (New York Times)

The takeaway

This story showcases the power of perseverance and creativity in relationships, as LeCraw went to great lengths - from securing hard-to-get tickets to converting his religion - to win over Toth and build a life together. Their wedding incorporated thoughtful New York-themed touches, demonstrating the couple's commitment to celebrating their love and community.