Neil Patrick Harris

Actor

American Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA Gemini 183 cm (6’ 0”)

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth15/06/1973
Age53 years
BirthplaceAlbuquerque, New Mexico, USA
Zodiac SignGemini

Latest News about Neil Patrick Harris

27/09/2026

Neil Patrick Harris was announced as the star of a Broadway revival of Damn Yankees, where he will play the Devilish Applegate. The production is set for a spring 2027 run at the Marquis Theatre, with previews beginning on 24/03/2027 and opening night scheduled for 20/04/2027.

17/08/2026

Neil Patrick Harris hosted the Disney Experiences Showcase at the Honda Center during a major Disney fan event. He opened the showcase with a performance and was featured in coverage of the live presentation ahead of the event stream on Disney+.

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Bio/Wiki

Nickname(s)NPH, Neil
Famous ForPerforming the title character in the sitcom 'How I Met Your Mother'
Zodiac sign/Sun signGemini
SchoolLa Cueva High School, Albuquerque, New Mexico
ReligionAgnosticism
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian
HobbiesWatching TV, Reading
TattooAn eye is inked on his left ankle bone

Physical Stats & More

Height183 cm (6’ 0”)
Weight80 kg (176 lbs)
Eye ColorBlue
Hair ColorBlonde
Body Measurements
Chest38 inches
Waist30 inches
Biceps12 inches

Personal Life

Relationships & More
Sexual OrientationGay
Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/BoyfriendDavid Michael Burtka (Actor, Chef) (2004-Present)
Marriage Date06/09/2014
Family
Husband/SpouseDavid Michael Burtka (2014-Present)
Children
  • Gideon Scott
  • Harper Grace
  • Both are twins born on 12/10/2010
Parents
FatherRonald Gene Harris (Lawyer, Restaurant Owner)
MotherSheila Gail (Lawyer)
SiblingsBrian Harris (Manages Family Restaurant Business)
Other Relatives
Paternal GrandfatherGeorge Thomas Harris Jr.
Paternal GrandmotherMartha Jeanne Henry
Maternal GrandfatherGeorge Walter Scott
Maternal GrandmotherDellamae Eloise Hamilton

Career

Debut
FilmClara's Heart (1988)
TVToo Good to Be True (1988)
TheaterRent (1997)
Notable Works
  • How I Met Your Mother (2008-2014)
  • A Series of Unfortunate Events (2017-2019)
  • The Lost Boys, A New Musical (2026)

Favourites

Favorite Food(s)Seafood, Pork, Enchiladas, Desserts
Favorite Book(s)
  • The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
  • Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
  • Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Patterson
  • Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
Favorite FilmRear Window by Alfred Hitchcock
Favorite TV ShowCrazy Harry and Muppets
Favorite Destination(s)
  • Hawaii
  • Costa Rica

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nph/
Twitterhttps://x.com/ActuallyNPH
Xhttps://x.com/ActuallyNPH

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Neil is a lover of magic and practices amateur magic tricks.
2. His family owns the renowned restaurant, 'Perreniel’s,' operated by his brother in Albuquerque.
3. Neil is a passionate food enthusiast with a diverse palate.
4. He is devoted to his partner, David Burtka, showcasing his strong commitment values.
5. Neil enjoys drinking Red Bull and has an endless supply gifted by the company.
6. His twins, a son and a daughter, were born through a surrogate.
7. He had plastic surgery on his ears at one point.
8. Neil shares a friendship with his co-star, Alyson Hannigan.
9. David Burtka, Neil's partner, portrayed 'scooter' in HIMYM.
10. He holds the distinction of being the first gay man to host an award show.
11. Neil has lent his voice to characters in Flash, Nightwing, and Spiderman animated series.
12. After a kiss from Burt Reynolds on a TV program, Neil embraced his sexual orientation.
13. For his advocacy, Neil was honored with the Trevor Life Award in 2009.
14. TIME magazine recognized Neil as one of the 100 most influential individuals in 2010.
15. Actively involved in philanthropy, Neil supports various charitable organizations.

Also born on 15 June

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