Big Vinny Engaged

Vinny Hickerson of Trailer Choir is now engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Lori Diaz. “Big Vinny,” who is also a contestant on “The Biggest Loser,” proposed while the pair were on a romantic date at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry, which was filmed for an episode of the show to air on Tuesday. Hickerson said he purchased a ring that reminded him of the Eiffel Tower because that symbol makes him think of beauty and love. Hickerson joined “The Biggest Loser” to motivate himself to become a fitter, healthier husband and father to Diaz’s 9-year-old son, Brennon. So far, he is down to 314 lbs. from 426 lbs. when he started.