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In 2000, Soap opera cable network SOAPnet launched. It was one of two possible soap channels vying to get on the air at the time along with Soap City, whose cable network never came to fruition. ABC-Disney ended SOAPnet for good on December 31, 2013.

In 2001, Janet Reno makes SNL appearance! The former attorney general made a surprise entrance during a “Saturday Night Live” skit over the weekend, crashing through a fake brick wall, shouting “Itʹs Reno time!” and dancing with her lookalike: cast member Will Ferrell in Reno drag. Reno and Ferrell, dressed alike in royal blue outfits and pearls, appeared side-by-side in a skit called “Janet Renoʹs Dance Party.” “I like your dress, Janet,” she said to Ferrell with a straight face. She commanded the band to “hit it” and launched into the twist.

In 2001, President Bill Clinton issues 140 executive pardons on his last day in office, including Marc Rich, Susan McDougal, Patty Hearst, and Clintonʹs brother Roger.

In 2003, “My Life is a Sitcom” and “The Last Resort” reality series premiered on ABC Family.

In 2004, On As the World Turns, Will Munson (Brett Groneman) was arrested for the murder of Rose D'Angelo. After her son's arrest, Barbara Ryan (Colleen Zenk) lashes out at Dusty Donovan and Lily Snyder, leading to her arrest for assault.

In 2006, The movies “Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World”, “Transamerica”, “Underworld Evolution”, and “The New World” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2007, Utah coach Jerry Sloan passes Larry Brown for fourth on the NBAʹs all-time win list (1,010) after the Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls, 95-85 at the United Center.

In 2008, “Breaking Bad,” a cable TV crime drama starring Bryan Cranston as a schoolteacher-turned-meth dealer, debuted on American Movie Classics.

In 2009, Barack Obama was sworn in as the United Statesʹ 44th president and the nationʹs first African-American chief executive. In an 18-minute inaugural address, he urged the more than one million people who braved the sub-freezing weather to hear him in person, to join him to “begin again the work of remaking America.”

In 2001, "L.I.E." was released by New Yorker Films / Lot 47 Films; Romeo Tirone (director); Michael Cuesta, (screenplay); Brian Cox, Paul Dano, Billy Kay, Bruce Altman, Walter Masterson, James Costa, Adam LeFevre, Tony Donnelly, B. Constance Barry, Gladys Dano; Drama, Crime; Live Action

In 2006, "End of the Spear" was released by Rocky Mountain Pictures; Jim Hanon (director/screenplay); Bill Ewing, Bart Gavigan (screenplay); Louie Leonardo, Chad Allen, Jack Guzman, Christina Souza, Sean McGowan, Beth Bailey, Matt Lutz, Gil Birmingham, Sara Kathryn Bakker, Cara Stoner, Stephen Caudill, Chemo Mepaquito, Jose Liberto Caizamo, Patrick Zeller, Madgalena Condoba; Drama, Christian, Biographical, Adventure

In 2006, "High School Musical" was released by Disney Channel / Salty Pictures / First Street Films; Kenny Ortega (director); Peter Barsocchini (screenplay); Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Alyson Reed, Bart Johnson, Olesya Rulin, Chris Warren Jr., Ryne Sanborn, Joey Miyashima, Leslie Wing Pomeroy, Kaycee Stroh, Nick Whitaker, Socorro Herrera, Irene Santiago-Baron, Joyce Cohen, Anne Kathryn Parma, Falcon Grace; Musical

In 2006, "Underworld: Evolution" was released by Screen Gems / Lakeshore Entertainment; Len Wiseman (director); Danny McBride (screenplay); Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Tony Curran, Shane Brolly, Steven Mackintosh, Derek Jacobi, Bill Nighy, Sophia Myles, Michael Sheen, Zita Görög, Brian Steele, John Mann, Andrew Kavadas, Kayla Levins, Lily Mo Sheen; Action, Horror

U.S. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Hemorrhage (In My Hands)” by Fuel peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “I Wish” by R. Kelly peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Welcome To The Black Parade” by My Chemical Romance peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “911” by Wyclef Jean Featuring Mary J. Blige peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “By Your Side” by Sade peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “My Iron Lung” by Radiohead peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “One More Time” by Daft Punk peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Smack That” by Akon Featuring Eminem peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “The Itch” by Vitamin C peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Washed Up! E.P. (EP)” by Catch 22 peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “We're In This Together [Import]” by Nine Inch Nails peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)” by Jay-Z peaked at number 3 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “I Wish” by R. Kelly peaked at number 8 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Rollin'” by Limp Bizkit peaked at number 22 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Smack That” by Akon Featuring Eminem peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Stronger” by Britney Spears peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Buck Rogers” by Feeder peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Camels” by Santos peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Demons” by Fatboy Slim Featuring Macy Gray peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Inner Smile” by Texas peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Needin' U II” by David Morales Presents The Face peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Rain Down Love” by Freemasons Featuring Siedah Garrett peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Raoul” by The Automatic peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Why” by Mis-Teeq peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “With Arms Wide Open” by Creed peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “You Know I'm No Good” by Amy Winehouse Featuring Ghostface Killah peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Fergalicious” by Fergie Featuring will.i.am peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Got To Get It” by Sisqó Featuring Make It Hot peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Stronger” by Britney Spears peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “You Make Me Sick” by P!nk peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “America” by Razorlight peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Cruisin'” by Gwyneth Paltrow and Huey Lewis peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “How To Save A Life” by The Fray peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Long Way 2 Go” by Cassie peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Lovin' You Baby” by Annabel Fay peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2001, “No More (Baby I'ma Do Right)” by 3LW peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2001, “One More Time” by Daft Punk peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Say It Right” by Nelly Furtado peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “The Kill (Bury Me)” by 30 Seconds To Mars peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Body To Body” by XYP peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Boogie 2nite” by Booty Luv peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Gravel Pit” by Wu-Tang Clan peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Summer Rain” by Juan Wells peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Tell Me” by P. Diddy Featuring Christina Aguilera peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Thinking About You” by Norah Jones peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Don't Tell Me” by Madonna peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Hurt” by Christina Aguilera peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “I Wanna Love You” by Akon Featuring Snoop Dogg peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Lithium” by Evanescence peaked at number 23 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “U + Ur Hand” by P!nk peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Walking Away” by Craig David peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, 🤔 “Stan” by Eminem Featuring Dido peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Don't Tell Me” by Madonna peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Let's Party” by Chris [AT] peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Monstersound” by Balloon peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Proximus” by Mauro Picotto With Adiemus peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Snow (Hey Oh)” by Red Hot Chili Peppers peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Sounds Good” by Rimini Project Featuring Scandinavia peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Tirol, du bist mein Heimatland” by Crazy Orange peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Window In The Skies” by U2 peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “You Know My Name” by Chris Cornell peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Aime” by Lara Fabian peaked at number 26 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Daddy DJ” by Daddy DJ peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Independent Women / Jumpin Jumpin” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Irreplaceable” by Beyoncé peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Seul” by Garou peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Sky” by Sonique peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Smack That” by Akon Featuring Eminem peaked at number 4 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Tellement beau” by Chimène Badi peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “You Are My High” by Demon vs. Heartbreaker peaked at number 16 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, ⛪ “Hallelujah” by Kurt Nilsen, Espen Lind, Askil Holm and Alejandro Fuentes peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Can't Fight The Moonlight” by LeAnn Rimes peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)” by Bob Sinclar and Cutee B. Featuring Dollarman and Big Ali and Makedah peaked at number 16 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Walking Away” by Craig David peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Campari Soda” by Taxi [CH] peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Chasing Cars” by Snow Patrol peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Es ist geil ein Arschloch zu sein” by Christian peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Go Back...” by Jeanette peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Independent Women Part I” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Mon pays” by Faudel peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 1 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2007, “My Love” by Justin Timberlake Featuring T.I. and Timbaland peaked at number 12 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Patience” by Take That peaked at number 2 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “(Pray Like) Aretha Franklin” by Audio Thieves peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “911” by Wyclef Jean Featuring Mary J. Blige peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Chacarron” by El Chombo peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Cry For You” by September peaked at number 13 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Different World” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Music In Me” by Campaus peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Split” by Mr. Sam Featuring Kirsty Hawkshaw peaked at number 15 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Stepping To The Beat” by DJ José peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Vato” by Snoop Dogg Featuring B-Real peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Wassuup!” by Da Muttz peaked at number 11 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Xperimental Scratch” by Giorgio Prezioso vs. Libex peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “A tomar por culo el mundo” by Marco [ES] peaked at number 12 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Love Don't Cost A Thing” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “911” by Wyclef Jean Featuring Mary J. Blige peaked at number 9 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Different World” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 3 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Don't Mess With My Man” by Lucy Pearl peaked at number 11 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Hos dig (er jeg alt)” by Blå Øjne peaked at number 2 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” by Modjo peaked at number 17 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Same Old Brand New You” by A1 peaked at number 20 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Snow (Hey Oh)” by Red Hot Chili Peppers peaked at number 9 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2007, “You Give Me Something” by James Morrison peaked at number 7 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, 😉 “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen peaked at number 19 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Before I Fall To Pieces” by Razorlight peaked at number 20 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Chasing Cars” by Snow Patrol peaked at number 6 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Leave It To Me” by Director peaked at number 17 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Proper Education” by Eric Prydz vs. Floyd peaked at number 9 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Window In The Skies” by U2 peaked at number 5 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “I Don't Need A Man” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 10 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Irreplaceable” by Beyoncé peaked at number 2 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)” by Bob Sinclar and Cutee B. Featuring Dollarman and Big Ali and Makedah peaked at number 6 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Gravel Pit” by Wu-Tang Clan peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Guardian Angel” by Lovex peaked at number 22 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Hold Me For A While” by Rednex peaked at number 25 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Monstersound” by Balloon peaked at number 21 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Tell Me” by P. Diddy Featuring Christina Aguilera peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Window In The Skies” by U2 peaked at number 14 on the Germany pop singles chart.