Barnabus Stinson is a fictional character portrayed by Neil Patrick Harris and created by Carter Bays and Craig Thomas for the CBS television series How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014).
Neil Patrick Harris as Barney Stinson
Neil Patrick Harris is an American actor, singer, writer, producer, and television host. Primarily known for his comedic television roles and dramatic and musical stage roles, he has received multiple accolades throughout his career, including a Tony Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for a Grammy Award and three Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Harris at the Time 100 Gala in 2010
Cobie Smulders and Harris at ComicCon for How I Met Your Mother in 2013
Harris at BookCon in 2019
Harris with husband David Burtka at the 38th People's Choice Awards in 2012