Neil Patrick Harris

Date of Birth: June 15, 1973

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Neil Patrick Harris is an acclaimed American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and magician, best known for his versatile roles in television and film. Born on June 15, 1973, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Harris discovered his passion for acting at a young age. He gained early fame as a teenage doctor in the TV series “Doogie Howser, M.D.” (1989-1993), which earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Harris’s career flourished as he took on a variety of roles in both comedy and drama. He became a household name with his portrayal of the charismatic and womanizing Barney Stinson in the hit sitcom “How I Met Your Mother” (2005-2014). His performance not only earned him multiple Emmy nominations but also made him a pop culture icon. In addition to his television success, Harris has proven his talents on stage and in film. He won a Tony Award for his role in the Broadway musical “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and has hosted the Tony Awards four times, showcasing his skills as an emcee and entertainer. His film credits include “Gone Girl” (2014) and “A Series of Unfortunate Events” (2017-2019), where he played the villainous Count Olaf. Apart from acting, Harris is a skilled magician and has been involved with the Magic Castle in Los Angeles. He is openly gay and married to David Burtka, with whom he has two children. Harris has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Neil Patrick Harris

1. Neil Patrick Harris won a Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” in 2014.

2. He hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards twice, in 2009 and 2013.

3. Harris is an accomplished magician and served as the President of the Board of Directors of Hollywood’s Magic Castle.

4. He publicly came out as gay in 2006 and has been a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

5. Harris has written an autobiography, “Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography,” which was published in 2014.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Neil Patrick Harris

1. “The best way to be successful is to be yourself.”

2. “Life is like a good book. The further you get into it, the more it begins to make sense.”

3. “I have always been an independent thinker and a self-starter.”

4. “Fame is a fickle friend, but it can be a pretty cool ride if you know how to handle it.”

5. “Being a father is the greatest achievement and joy of my life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Neil Patrick Harris’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Neil Patrick Harris and his husband, David Burtka, have two children: fraternal twins Gideon Scott and Harper Grace, born on October 12, 2010, via surrogate.