YouTubers, comedians and recently announced couple Dan Howell and Phil Lester have shared their first public statement after confirming their 16-year relationship. The comedy duo revealed their hidden long-term romance in a YouTube video entitled “Are Dan and Phil in a Relationship?” on 13 October. In the video, the couple delved into “one of the biggest conspiracies in the history of the internet,” and opened up about why now was the right time for them to confirm the years-long speculation about them. The couple have now addressed the startling response to their revelation with a short but sweet post on Instagram. #DanAndPhil #DanHowell #Phan #YouTubers #LGBTQIA