“I think it was Taking Lives with Angelina Jolie,” says Burtka. 15 Things You Didn’t Know About Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka's Marriage As V-Day approaches, get some romantic inspiration from the gay lovebirds of our time. By Aaron Drake They got married in 2014, but more than a decade had passed since their first date. The latter can be seen sporting a grey zipper and jeans as he poses in front of the camera. Neil Patrick Harris took to his Instagram and shared a photo of David. Neil Patrick Harris met David Burtka in 2004 and the two have been in love ever since. Why Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka are a true power couple: A week after the two had lunch together as friends, Burtka broke with his boyfriend at the time and the two went out officially for the first time. Neil Patrick Harris recently reflected on their 16-year lasting relationship on the anniversary of their first date. Neil also coupled the photo with a heartfelt note where he thanked David for the countless adventures he has given him. Actor Neil Patrick Harris met his husband David Burtka back in 2004, and the two have been in love ever since then. The How I Met Your Mother actor recently reflected on their 16 years with husband David Burtka on the anniversary of their first date, reports US Weekly. Neil Patrick Harris reflected on 16 years with husband David Burtka on the anniversary of their first date. The couple may have gotten married only in 2014, but it's been over a decade since their first date. Sweet 16! As actors and the parents of 8-year-old twins, Neil Patrick Harris and his husband, David Burtka, who is also a chef, know how to improvise.