Neil Patrick Harris aka "Doogie Howser, MD" is Gay

Senusret I · #1 11-03-2006, 09:44 PM

Am I always the last to know? --Senusret I

Neil Patrick Harris is gay – and wants to quell recent reports that he had denied it. The actor tells PEOPLE exclusively:

"The public eye has always been kind to me, and until recently I have been able to live a pretty normal life. Now it seems there is speculation and interest in my private life and relationships.

"So, rather than ignore those who choose to publish their opinions without actually talking to me, I am happy to dispel any rumors or misconceptions and am quite proud to say that I am a very content gay man living my life to the fullest and feel most fortunate to be working with wonderful people in the business I love."

http://people.aol.com/people/article...554852,00.html

#2 11-03-2006, 09:56 PM

I wasn't surprised when Lance Bass outed himself.

I was definitely surprised when someone else outed Chad Allen.

Not really sure about this one, but this kinda explains why he hasn't been romantically linked to anyone. I can't recall ever seeing him photographed with women. Now I know why.

Senusret I · #3 11-03-2006, 10:04 PM

I had a huge crush on Chad Allen in the 80s/90s.

Now that I could have him, I don't want him anymore.

jitterbug13 · #4 11-03-2006, 10:43 PM

I thought he was married.

And now it won't be convincing seeing him play Barney the playboy on "How I Met Your Mother".

ISUKappa · #5 11-03-2006, 10:58 PM

I feel like I knew this a while ago. I think the stint in Cabaret tipped me off.

DaffyKD · #6 11-04-2006, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ISUKappa

I feel like I knew this a while ago. I think the stint in Cabaret tipped me off.

When I saw him in Cabaret when I was in NY a couple of years, I was sure at that time.

DaffyKD

SoCalGirl · #7 11-03-2006, 11:26 PM

My first reaction was "shocking"

But then I was like, "Wait, seriously?" I'll still love him as my favorite teen doctor and as Barney the playboy on How I Met Your Mother. His role (as himself) in Harold and Kumar was hilarious too.

moe.ron · #8 11-05-2006, 06:44 AM

Old news, knew about it last year.

#9 11-05-2006, 11:24 AM

for some reason that just doesn't phase me in the least. I loved doogie , but it just doesn't seem to shock me.

AlexMack · #10 11-05-2006, 12:55 PM

I was sad when Lance came out in a 'well there goes my childhood' kind of way. However, I never watched Doogie Howser so...good for him for coming out. Countdown to Clay Gaiken!

#11 11-05-2006, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by centaur532

I was sad when Lance came out in a 'well there goes my childhood' kind of way. However, I never watched Doogie Howser so...good for him for coming out. Countdown to Clay Gaiken!

I am a big clay aiken fan , but again i would not be surprised to see that happen either.

Sistermadly · #12 11-05-2006, 04:35 PM

"Dude, what's the deal with Neil Patrick Harris? Why is he so horny?" -- Harold, Harold and Kumar go to White Castle

MysticCat · #13 11-06-2006, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jadis96

BTW the emcee in the production he was in (the Roundabout Theatre Company) was a bit racier then the one Joel Grey played in the 50's.

Cabaret premiered in 1966. Joel Gray was in the original cast.

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Originally Posted by Taualumna

Re:Emcee role in Caberet

I don't know about you, but I ALWAYS get a gay vibe from the actor playing the emcee, whether he bats for the team or not. The emcee is SUPPOSED to give of a "gay vibe."

True, or at least a very ambiguous vibe.

carnation · #14 11-06-2006, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by MysticCat

Cabaret premiered in 1966. Joel Gray was in the original cast.

You're right! I'm aging myself!

Boy, could he sing--especially in "Tomorrow Belongs to Me".

Rudey · #15 11-07-2006, 12:15 AM

This is almost as shocking as when half of UCLA's basketball team came out of the closet last year.

-Rudey