Neil Patrick Harris’ 2017 costume proves why he’s the king of Halloween

In addition to his day-to-day duties as a beloved star and comedian, Neil Patrick Harris is the seldom-disputed, unofficial king of Halloween.

He’s an inventive craftsman who involves his family into the year’s given theme with zest and love and a whole lot of makeup. It’s Halloween, from the heart, told with advanced expertise. It’s why we Halloween.

On Tuesday, Harris unveiled 2017’s scrapbook entry, and he’s got the whole family—twins Gideon and Harper, and husband David Burtka—outfitted as carnival “curiosities.”

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Let’s revisit come of his recent Halloween looks:

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Have a spooktacular night! Here's our family Halloween pic (via @projectphotoboo):
Well done, @DavidBurtka! pic.twitter.com/2ThNeFKdYQ

— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) October 31, 2013

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Have a spooktacular night! Here's our family Halloween pic (via @projectphotoboo):
Well done, @DavidBurtka! pic.twitter.com/2ThNeFKdYQ

— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) October 31, 2013

https://www.instagram.com/p/fslN4ayTgY/

Long may he reign.