A post shared by Neil Patrick Harris (@nph)Actor Neil Patrick Harris and husband David Burtka marked 18 years since their first date over the weekend.Both of them took to Instagram to post messages.Harris posted a photo of him hugging his husband during a trip to Ecuador, saying, “Our first date was 18 years ago today.
And David Burtka, I am not about to let you go. Happy anniversary. Thank you for showing me the capacity of my heart. I love you so much. ❤️@dbelicious ❤️”This prompted an “Awwwww” response from singer Adam Lambert and praise from other followers.“y’all were the first example of queer love that was visible to me growing up ❤️ congrats and cheers to many more years together!!!” said one.Related: A photo of Neil Patrick Harris in grey sweatpants is drawing attentionActor and chef Burtka said on his posting, “Today 18 years ago we had our first date….
The date turned into a night, the night turned into a weekend and the weekend turned into 18 years!“We always celebrate the first date- because for 7 years of our relationship it was against the law to get married…[email protected] I will love you over and over again year after year.
I have so much love yet to give you. Relationships are tough, and work, thanks for working so hard and for putting up with me.