David Burtka’s Loving Birthday Tribute to Neil Patrick Harris
Chef shares tender post in honor of his husband, spotlighting their partnership and family
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David Burtka took to Instagram on June 15 to celebrate husband Neil Patrick Harris’s birthday with a heartfelt message and intimate photo. In a post accompanied by a sun-kissed snapshot of the couple embracing on a boat at golden hour, he wrote, “Happy Birthday to the most caring, thoughtful, loving and sexy husband a guy could have! We are all so lucky you are in this world. I am beyond grateful we are sharing this life together. Here’s to many more abundant celebrations! I love you @nph”.
A Heartfelt Wish
The Instagram image captures Burtka, 48, gently cradling Harris’s face as they gaze at each other against the backdrop of a softly glowing sky. While details of their private celebration remain under wraps, the chef-actor’s affectionate post offers fans a glimpse into the couple’s genuine connection—and the reasons why their partnership continues to inspire social media followers around the globe.
A Power Couple In Life And Work
Neil Patrick Harris, 50, rose to fame in the 1990s with his breakout role on the sitcom “Doogie Howser, M.D.” and has since earned Emmy and Tony Awards for performances in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “A Very Brady Musical.” His husband, David Burtka, is an American actor and professional chef born on May 29, 1975. Burtka studied drama at Northern Illinois University and appeared in Broadway productions including “White Christmas” and “Gypsy,” as well as guest roles on series such as “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Ugly Betty.” In recent years, he channeled his passion for food into a culinary career, hosting private dinner series and authoring a cookbook event that led to his upcoming cocktail and mocktail guide, Both Sides of the Glass, set to hit shelves this fall.
The couple first met in 2004, became parents to twins Gideon and Harper (born via surrogate in 2010), and quietly tied the knot in September 2014. They balance demanding schedules—Harris as a busy producer and host of award shows; Burtka crafting seasonal menus and recipes—with family life in their Los Angeles home.
Looking Back On Milestones
Burtka’s birthday shout-out arrives less than a year after he marked another significant milestone: their 21-year partnership. “How lucky am I? 21 years with this guy. We are finally legal,” he wrote in an August Instagram post. “What a ride we have been on. I can’t wait to see what’s to come.” Fans celebrated alongside them, recalling red-carpet appearances and the duo’s philanthropic East Hampton summer gala, which supports organizations like God’s Love We Deliver and Family Equality.
Both Harris and Burtka regularly use their platforms to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and charitable causes, blending personal celebrations with meaningful community work. Their annual Midsummer Night Drinks event in East Hampton draws friends and celebrities to an evening of lawn games, performance art and whimsical tea-party moments—all in support of hunger relief.
As Burtka’s birthday tribute makes clear, their private bond remains the cornerstone of a relationship that thrives both on-screen and off. From Broadway marquees to TV red carpets, family milestones to cookbook launches, Harris and Burtka have built a life defined by mutual admiration, shared creativity and unwavering support.
The Instagram homage not only honors Neil Patrick Harris’s special day but also reminds followers of the depth of gratitude and love that underpin one of Hollywood’s most enduring partnerships. With new projects on the horizon and anniversaries to come, fans can look forward to many more glimpses of the couple’s joyful journey together.
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