Neil Patrick Harris Biography

Neil Patrick Harris, Actor
Known asBarney Stinson
Occup.Actor
FromUSA
BornJune 15, 1973
Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
Age51 years
Neil Patrick Harris is a prominent American actor, illusionist, comedian, as well as musical theatre performer that was born upon June 15, 1973, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Harris's parents, Ron as well as Sheila Harris elevated him in Ruidoso, a town in Lincoln Area, New Mexico, where he created a rate of interest in performing magic methods at the age of 4.

Harris began performing at regional theatres, and also he came to be a popular child actor in New Mexico through his efficiency in bit parts in tv shows as well as commercials. He after that made his mark in Hollywood with his breakout duty in the television collection 'Doogie Howser, M.D,' which broadcast from 1989 to 1993. In this series, Harris represented the role of a teenage medical professional, which garnered him numerous elections, consisting of the Emmy honor for ideal actor.

After 'Doogie Howser M.D', Harris went on to discover his talents on the planet of music theatre, making his Broadway debut in 2001 in 'Proof,' and also he got vital honor for his efficiency. He after that took place to lead functions in various other famous Broadway manufacturings like 'Assassins' as well as 'Cabaret.'.

In 2005, Harris starred in the comedy series 'How I Met Your Mother' as Barney Stinson, which aired for 9 seasons till 2014. This role earned him a number of awards, consisting of an Emmy honor nomination for exceptional supporting actor in a comedy series. In addition to his operate in television as well as film, Harris remained to do on stage in numerous musicals as well as theatre manufacturings.

Harris has actually also been a noticeable member of the LGBTQ+ community, and he has been open regarding his sexuality given that 2006. He wed his longtime partner, David Burtka in 2014, and they have two youngsters together.

Besides his acting job, Harris is additionally an accomplished illusionist and also has actually been performing magic techniques from a young age. In 2014, he organized and also created the real-time selection show, 'The Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris.'.

Neil Patrick Harris has ended up being an icon in the entertainment industry, and his talent, personal appeal, as well as charm have actually made him a cherished number in American pop culture. He continues to motivate as well as amuse his followers with his job and advocacy, additional cementing his heritage as a functional entertainer as well as an LGBTQ+ pioneer.

Our collection contains 18 quotes who is written / told by Neil.

Related authors: Barney Stinson (Actor), Lawrence Taylor (Athlete)

Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: What is Neil Patrick Harris net worth?
    A: $50 million
  • Q: What is Neil Patrick Harris height?
    A: 5'11' (180 cm)
  • Q: Neil Patrick Harris uncoupled
    A: No, he is married to David Burtka.
  • Q: Does Neil Patrick Harris have children?
    A: Yes, he has twins, a boy and a girl.
  • Q: How old is Neil Patrick Harris?
    A: He is 51 years old
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18 Famous quotes by Neil Patrick Harris

Small: Ive been taking a trapeze class for the last couple of years. Im working on my double back flip right n
"I've been taking a trapeze class for the last couple of years. I'm working on my double back flip right now"
Small: Ive got no plans to be a ballet dancer at the moment
"I've got no plans to be a ballet dancer at the moment"
Small: Im in a play on Broadway, I have an animated TV show coming up, I have a few movies that just came out
"I'm in a play on Broadway, I have an animated TV show coming up, I have a few movies that just came out"
Small: I have more artistic control in a smaller show. But it doesnt really matter. Sometimes you can have the
"I have more artistic control in a smaller show. But it doesn't really matter. Sometimes you can have the smallest role in the smallest production and still make a big impact"
Small: Tobeys a mellow, cool guy. Hes just a good guy. I know thats not the answer you want, and I dont mean t
"Tobey's a mellow, cool guy. He's just a good guy. I know that's not the answer you want, and I don't mean that as the political thing to say, but he's a nice guy"
Small: My parents own a restaurant in Albuquerque
"My parents own a restaurant in Albuquerque"
Small: Im a games and theory kind of guy. I love puzzles, so it was fun dissecting Shakespeares prose
"I'm a games and theory kind of guy. I love puzzles, so it was fun dissecting Shakespeare's prose"
Small: Charlie Sheen is who again? Denise is engaged?
"Charlie Sheen is who again? Denise is engaged?"
Small: When I auditioned for the show, I didnt realize it was an MTV production, which is going to make for re
"When I auditioned for the show, I didn't realize it was an MTV production, which is going to make for really good tunes during the episodes, if nothing else"
Small: I like the tube more than the NY subway though, youve got cushioned seats
"I like the tube more than the NY subway though, you've got cushioned seats"
Small: Its nice to establish yourself as an actor first and a singer second. Proof is such a tremendous piece
"It's nice to establish yourself as an actor first and a singer second. Proof is such a tremendous piece of work, and I'm incredibly lucky to be a part of it. I'm sure that the musicals will happen in the future, though"
Small: If I wrote a musical it wouldnt be about me. Although I do some magic, so it would probably be about a
"If I wrote a musical it wouldn't be about me. Although I do some magic, so it would probably be about a magician who appeared and re-appeared all over the place"
Small: Starship Troopers was great. It was great fun to work on something with blue screens and big budget spe
"Starship Troopers was great. It was great fun to work on something with blue screens and big budget special effects. Denise Richards was nice to look at too, of course"
Small: I felt a little green, because Shakespeare writes the thought process within the text it was tricky not
"I felt a little green, because Shakespeare writes the thought process within the text; it was tricky not to think of what to say and then say it, and instead just deliver the lines"
Small: Were in such a volatile climate right now politically. I think they didnt want Assassins to not succeed
"We're in such a volatile climate right now politically. I think they didn't want Assassins to not succeed due to popular opinion and politics, versus on its own merits. I can respect that"
Small: So Ive done my fair share of theater. I have also been very fortunate in that Ive been able to come to
"So I've done my fair share of theater. I have also been very fortunate in that I've been able to come to New York two or three times a year just to see as many shows as possible. I think the live theater culture here is incredible"
Small: Im shocked at how early everything closes here. But people start earlier. I miss the late nightlife in
"I'm shocked at how early everything closes here. But people start earlier. I miss the late nightlife in NYC, but then again I sing and burn so much energy in the show that it's probably good - I get to go home and sleep"
Small: I loved Rent when I first heard it, but it grew on me and so did Tick, Tick... Boom. Some songs are mor
"I loved Rent when I first heard it, but it grew on me and so did Tick, Tick... Boom. Some songs are more interesting than others and sometimes the ones that never stood out at first end up being the best to perform"