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In 2000, The movies “Hanging Up” and “The Whole Nine Yards” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2000, Announcer Bob Hite Senior, whose rich voice introduced “The Lone Ranger” on radio, died in West Palm Beach, Florida, at age 86.

In 2001, Kathy Griffin, the actress and comedian, who played Brooke Shieldsʹ sidekick on the defunct NBC sitcom “Suddenly Susan,” said “I do” to computer administrator Matthew Moline at a Hollywood restaurant. Shields was the maid of honor and guests included Bill Maher, “Ally McBealʹs” Jane Krakowski and Camryn Manheim from “The Practice.”

In 2001, Dale Earnhardt, the greatest stock car star of his era and father of racer Dale Jr., was killed in a crash on the last turn of the last lap of the 43rd Daytona 500 as he tries to protect Michael Waltripʹs victory.

In 2003, Country singer Johnny Paycheck died at the age of 64. He had been in a nursing home, suffering from emphysema and asthma. During his career, Paycheck recorded 70 albums and had more than two dozen hit singles, the biggest of which was the working man's anthem, "Take This Job and Shove It".

In 2005, The movies “Constantine”, “Son of the Mask”, and and “Because of Winn-Dixie” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2007, Six years after work began on the sitcom, “Reba” airs for the last time on the CW. Originally running on the WB, the series uses an alternate version of Reba McEntireʹs “Iʹm A Survivor” as its theme song.

In 2007, The West beat the East in the NBA All-Star Game, 153-132 in Las Vegas. Kobe Bryant scored 31 points for the West and was named the MVP.

In 2008, Carrie Underwood kicked off The Carnival Ride Tour in Wachovia Arena, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. The singers first headlined tour was in support of her second album, Carnival Ride.

In 2008, “My Dad is Better Than Your Dad” premiered on NBC.

In 2008, “Power Rangers Jungle Fury” began airing on Jetix

In 2008, “The Fairly OddParents” returned to be airing new episodes on Nicktoons Network.

In 2000, "Beautiful People" was released by Trimark Pictures; Jasmin Dizdar (director/screenplay); Rosalind Ayres, Julian Firth, Charles Kay, Charlotte Coleman, Edward Jewesbury, Danny Nussbaum, Heather Tobias, Roger Sloman, Walentine Giorgiewa, Faruk Pruti, Dado Jehan, Nicholas Farrel; Comedy; Live Action

In 2000, "Boiler Room" was released by New Line Cinema; Ben Younger (director/screenplay); Giovanni Ribisi, Vin Diesel, Ben Affleck, Nia Long, Nicky Katt, Ron Rifkin, Tom Everett Scott, Scott Caan, Jamie Kennedy, Taylor Nichols, Bill Sage, John Griesemer, Mark Webber, Christopher Fitzgerald, Jon Abrahams, Will McCormack, Anson Mount, Kirk Acevedo, Peter Maloney, Marsha Dietlein, Siobhan Fallon, Desmond Harrington, Stephen Scibetta; Crime, Drama; Live Action

In 2000, "Hanging Up" was released by Columbia Pictures; Diane Keaton (director); Delia Ephron (screenplay); Meg Ryan, Diane Keaton, Lisa Kudrow, Walter Matthau, Adam Arkin, Ann Bortolotti, Cloris Leachman, Jesse James, Edie McClurg, Maree Cheatham, Myndy Crist, Celia Weston, Stephanie Ittleson; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 2000, "Pitch Black" was released by USA Films / Interscope Communications; David Twohy (director); Jim Wheat, Ken Wheat, David Twohy (screenplay); Vin Diesel, Radha Mitchell, Cole Hauser, Keith David, Lewis Fitz-Gerald, Claudia Black, Rhiana Griffith, John Moore, Simon Burke, Les Chantery, Sam Sari, Firass Dirani, Vic Wilson; Sci-Fi, Horror

In 2000, "The Whole Nine Yards" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Morgan Creek Productions / Franchise Pictures; Jonathan Lynn (director); Mitchell Kapner (screenplay); Bruce Willis, Matthew Perry, Rosanna Arquette, Michael Clarke Duncan, Natasha Henstridge, Amanda Peet, Kevin Pollak, Harland Williams, Stephanie Biddle; Crime, Comedy; Live Action

In 2005, "Because of Winn-Dixie" was released by 20th Century Fox / Walden Media; Wayne Wang (director); Joan Singleton (screenplay); AnnaSophia Robb, Jeff Daniels, Cicely Tyson, Dave Matthews, Eva Marie Saint, Lara Grice, Marca Price, Luke Benward, Courtney Jines, BJ Hopper, Nick Price, Elle Fanning, Becca Lish, Lenore Banks, John McConnell, Jared Day, Harland Williams, Julia Lashae; Comedy, Drama

In 2005, "Constantine" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Village Roadshow Pictures / Vertigo DC Comics / The Donners' Company; Francis Lawrence (director); Kevin Brodbin, Frank Cappello (screenplay); Keanu Reeves, Rachel Weisz, Shia LaBeouf, Djimon Hounsou, Tilda Swinton, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Gavin Rossdale, Peter Stormare, Francis Guinan, José Zúñiga, Jesse Ramirez; Supernatural, Superhero

In 2005, "Son of the Mask" was released by New Line Cinema; Lawrence Guterman (director); Lance Khazei (screenplay); Jamie Kennedy, Alan Cumming, Traylor Howard, Steven Wright, Kal Penn, Bob Hoskins, Ben Stein, Magda Szubanski, Sandy Winton, Rebecca Massey, Ryan Johnson, Victoria Thaine, Duncan Young, Peter Flett, Amanda Smyth, Ryan and Liam Falconer, Bear the Dog, Bill Farmer, Richard Steven Horvitz, Joyce Kurtz, Mona Marshall, Mary Matilyn Mouser, Neil Ross; Comedy, Family, Superhero

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

In 2006, “I'm N Luv (Wit A Stripper)” by T-Pain Featuring Mike Jones peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Yo (Excuse Me Miss)” by Chris Brown peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Grillz” by Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali and Gipp peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Stickwitu” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Grillz” by Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali and Gipp peaked at number 13 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Stickwitu” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2006, “All These Things I Hate (Revolve Around Me)” by Bullet For My Valentine peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Beautiful Soul” by Jesse McCartney peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Do You Ever Think Of Me” by Antony Costa peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Grow” by Kubb peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Sugar, We're Goin' Down” by Fall Out Boy peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Superchannel” by The Alarm MMVI peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Thunder In My Heart Again” by Meck Featuring Leo Sayer peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Clown Prince” by Hilltop Hoods peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Gasolina” by Daddy Yankee peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2006, “I Still...” by Backstreet Boys peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Just Feel Better” by Santana Featuring Steven Tyler peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Ugly” by Sugababes peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Watching You” by Rogue Traders peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Far Away” by Nickelback peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2006, “I Do Believe (Tha Remix)” by Tha Feelstyle Featuring Mareko, Flowz, Lapi Mariner and Manuel Bundy peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Run It!” by Chris Brown Featuring Juelz Santana peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Your Body” by Pretty Ricky peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Because We Believe” by Andrea Bocelli and Marco Borsato peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Check On It” by Beyoncé Featuring Slim Thug peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2006, “De Italiaan” by Marianne Weber peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Don't Forget About Us” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Duizend rozen” by Grad Damen peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2006, “If It's Lovin' That You Want” by Rihanna peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Because Of You” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Best Of Times” by Lutricia McNeal peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Bold As Love” by Whyte Seeds peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Do What You're Told” by Sebastian [SE] peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Losing” by Takida peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Much To Cry About” by Edith peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Something's Got Me Started” by Swingfly peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “The Rhythm” by Jenny peaked at number 29 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “The Way I Am” by Dani:d peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “TNT” by Natacha and Brinken Featuring Zlim peaked at number 26 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Ugly” by Sugababes peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “1001 Arabian Nights” by Ch!pz peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Far Away” by Nickelback peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2006, “High” by James Blunt peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Nasty Girl” by The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Diddy, Nelly, Jagged Edge and Avery Storm peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Hou! La menteuse” by Dorothée peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Laisse tomber les filles (qui se maquillent)” by Dezil' peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Na Na Na (Go Clubbin')” by Petey and Jadee peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Welcome To My Life” by Simple Plan peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Youhou” by Dora l'exploratrice peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Analogue (All I Want)” by a-ha peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Det löser sej” by Timbuktu Featuring Chords and Supreme peaked at number 19 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Run It!” by Chris Brown Featuring Juelz Santana peaked at number 13 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Röyksopp's Night Out (Live EP)” by Röyksopp peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2006, “What Else Is There?” by Röyksopp peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2006, “When The Stars Go Blue” by Venke Knutson Featuring Kurt Nilsen peaked at number 14 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “I Belong To You (il ritmo della passione)” by Eros Ramazzotti and Anastacia peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Klick klack” by Pinocchio peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Nasty Girl” by The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Diddy, Nelly, Jagged Edge and Avery Storm peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Angel” by Pharrell Williams peaked at number 16 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Nine Million Bicycles” by Katie Melua peaked at number 17 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Run It!” by Chris Brown Featuring Juelz Santana peaked at number 12 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Strade di fuoco” by Loredana Bertè peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Tutto è possibile” by Finley peaked at number 7 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Against The Grain” by Montevideo peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Guardian Angel” by Lovex peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Here I Am” by Special D. peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Kain” by CMX peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Pleasure Ground” by Carolina Marquez peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Same About The Sorrow” by So Called Plan peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Speed Of Sound” by Club House peaked at number 10 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Want Ya!” by Darin peaked at number 8 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “War Sign” by Godsplague peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Watch The Sunrise” by Axwell Featuring Steve Edwards peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Da Igual” by Spam peaked at number 3 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Vampire” by Glamour To Kill peaked at number 4 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Too Old, Too Cold” by Darkthrone peaked at number 15 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “Heartbeats” by José González peaked at number 20 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2006, “I Need A Woman” by Stash and Sarah Bettens peaked at number 11 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Nasty Creep” by DJ Kicken vs. Sonic Solutions peaked at number 10 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Nine Million Bicycles” by Katie Melua peaked at number 4 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, “You Got The Love” by The Source Featuring Candi Staton peaked at number 6 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2006, 🤔😊 “Love Generation” by Bob Sinclar presents Goleo VI Featuring Gary "Nesta" Pine peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2006, “1001 Arabian Nights” by Ch!pz peaked at number 3 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2006, “Far Away” by Nickelback peaked at number 25 on the Germany pop singles chart.