Neil Patrick Harris marks twins’ 16th birthday with then-and-now photos

Neil Patrick Harris and Burtka, 51, welcomed Harper and Gideon via surrogate in October 2010

Neil Patrick Harris marks twins’ 16th birthday with then-and-now photos
Neil Patrick Harris marks twins’ 16th birthday with then-and-now photos

Neil Patrick Harris penned a heartfelt message to celebrate the 16th birthday of his twins Twins Harper and Gideon’s.

On Monday, October 12, the Nothin' Suits Me Like a Suit alum took to his Instagram account to share a brief note on the twins ' special day on his collage-made image.

The caption read, “Harper and Gideon turned 16 today…”


“It’s amazing to see how they’ve grown, and I couldn’t be prouder of the people they’ve become. Mostly, though, I’m so grateful that they can drive me around everywhere now. Xoxo!” the caption added.

While praising her husband, he further added, “(@dbelicious for being a remarkable dad)”

The collage features four portraits showing a person at different ages, from infancy to youth. It includes pink baby clothes, a denim shirt, a smiling infant, and a young man near water.

Shortly after the post went viral, fans and friends flocked to the comment section to shower their love on the twins ' birthday.

A fan wrote, “16 WHEN.. Happy Birthday Harper & Gideon”

Another fan wrote, “Happy happy birthday, Harper and Gideon! We got to meet you when you were about three jumping into a pool off your dad’s shoulders!”

“Love you kidddddos,” a third fan commented.

Meanwhile, Burtka shared an emotional video on Instagram of himself and Harris with the kids over the years, marking 16 years of love.


“Happy 16th birthday to Harper & Gideon! Wishing them all the best! & @nph @dbelicious #neilpatrickharris #family #birthday #happybirthday #loveislove,” he captioned the post.

For those unaware, Harris and Burtka, 51, welcomed Harper and Gideon via surrogate in October 2010. At age 3, the twins attended the couple’s 2014 wedding in Italy.