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In 2000, Helen Eileen Beardsley, a mother of 20 whose story was made into a 1960s movie starring Lucille Ball (who died on this date in 1989), died after suffering from Parkinsonʹs disease for ten years. She was 70. Beardsley wrote a book about her brood called “Who Gets the Drumsticks?” It was later made into the movie “Yours, Mine and Ours,” which also starred Henry Fonda. Born Helen Eileen Brandmeir in Seattle, she married Lieutenant Richard North in 1949 and the couple had eight children. North died in 1960. She married Navy Chief Warrant Officer Francis Beardsley, a widower with ten children, in 1961. In 1963, her husband adopted her eight children, the largest adoption to date in California. The Beardsleys also had two children of their own. Because of the size of their household, the Navy listed the Beardsleys as a restaurant, allowing them to buy food at wholesale prices at the Fort Ord Army Base commissary. The family bought 50 loaves of bread at a time.

In 2000, Only four days, and two all-nighters. after the Elian Gonzalez raid, Comedy Centralʹs “South Park” aired a parody that depicted Attorney General Janet Reno in an Easter bunny outfit capturing Romanian contortionists on David Tannyʹs 40th birthday. The cartoon was completed only hours before it was telecast on the cable network that night. In the episode, a rifle-toting cartoon Janet Reno drops from a helicopter with a team of commandos to grab Romanian quintuplets from a closet, disabling their new family with tear gas hidden in an Easter egg. The girls had escaped from a circus, but Reno ordered them returned to their home country after their father — with a gun to his head — begs for them to come back. As they leave for Romania, the girls have harsh words for protesters who wanted them to stay in America — “get a life” — and for the “South Park” kids who harbored them.

In 2002, Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers special aired.

In 2002, Sabrina episode #139: In “The Whole Ball of Wax,” Sabrinaʹs joy over her motherʹs unexpected visit quickly diminishes when the witches councilʹs decree that the two must never come face to face and turns Diana into a ball of wax.

In 2002, The movie “The Catʹs Meow” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, On the cover of TV Guide: Jennifer Aniston.

In 2008, “The Mighty B!” began airing on Nickelodeon. B? B?!? B?

In 2008, Avant-garde composer Henry Brant died in Santa Barbara, California, at age 94.

In 2008, Police in Amstetten, Austria, arrested Josef Fritzl, freeing his daughter Elisabeth and her six surviving children whom he had fathered while holding her captive in a basement cell for 24 years. (Fritzl was later sentenced to life in a psychiatric ward.)

In 2009, The TV Land Awards honored TV shows "Knots Landing," "M*A*S*H," "Home Improvement," "Two and A Half Men," and "Married...With Children" as well as paying a tribute to Sid and Marty Krofft, as well as presenting the Legacy of Laughter award to Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

In 2002, "Jason X" was released by New Line Cinema; Jim Isaac (director); Todd Farmer (screenplay); Kane Hodder, Lexa Doig, Lisa Ryder, Chuck Campbell, Melyssa Ade, Peter Mensah, Melody Johnson, Derwin Jordan, Jonathan Potts, Philip Williams, Dov Tiefenbach, Kristi Angus, Dylan Bierk, Amanda Brugel, Yani Gellman, Todd Farmer, David Cronenberg, Robert A. Silverman, Marcus Parilo, Boyd Banks; Sci-Fi, Slasher

In 2002, "Life or Something Like It" was released by 20th Century Fox / Regency Enterprises; Stephen Herek (director); John Scott Shepherd, Dana Stevens (screenplay); Angelina Jolie, Edward Burns, Stockard Channing, Christian Kane, Tony Shalhoub, James Gammon, Melissa Errico, Lisa Thornhill, Gregory Itzin, Jesse James Rutherford; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 2002, "The Salton Sea" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Castle Rock Entertainment; D.J. Caruso (director); Tony Gayton (screenplay); Val Kilmer, Vincent D'Onofrio, Doug Hutchison, Peter Sarsgaard, Adam Goldberg, Luis Guzman, Anthony LaPaglia, Glenn Plummer, Deborah Kara Unger, Chandra West, B.D. Wong, R. Lee Ermey, Shalom Harlow, Shirley Knight, Meat Loaf Aday, Danny Trejo; neo-noir, Crime, Thriller; Live Action

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

In 2003, “Beautiful” by Snoop Dogg Featuring Pharrell Williams and Uncle Charlie Wilson peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Big Star” by Kenny Chesney peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Feels Like Tonight” by Daughtry peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Girlfriend” by B2K peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hell Yeah” by Ginuwine Featuring Baby peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “No Air” by Jordin Sparks Featuring Chris Brown peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Praying For Time” by Carrie Underwood peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “That'd Be Alright” by Alan Jackson peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “What About Now” by Daughtry peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When I'm Gone” by 3 Doors Down peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Angel” by Amanda Perez peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Break The Ice” by Britney Spears peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Breath” by Swollen Members Featuring Nelly Furtado peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Now That You're Leaving” by Not By Choice peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “See You Again” by Miley Cyrus peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “What About Now” by Daughtry peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Angel” by Amanda Perez peaked at number 16 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Breath” by Swollen Members Featuring Nelly Furtado peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Now That You're Leaving” by Not By Choice peaked at number 4 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Start All Over” by Miley Cyrus peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2008, “4 Minutes” by Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Break The Ice” by Britney Spears peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Come Undone” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Cry For You” by September peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Damaged” by Plummet peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Date With The Night” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Don't Know What To Tell Ya” by Aaliyah peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Excuse Me Miss” by Jay-Z peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Flashing Lights” by Kanye West Featuring Dwele peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Happiness” by Goldfrapp peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Out Of Time” by Blur peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Speechless” by D-Side peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “The Age Of The Understatement” by The Last Shadow Puppets peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “To Love A Woman” by Lionel Richie Featuring Enrique Iglesias peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Train” by Goldfrapp peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Boy (I Need You)” by Mariah Carey Featuring Cam'ron peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Somewhere I Belong” by Linkin Park peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Ching-A-Ling” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Don't Hold Back” by The Potbelleez peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Love Won't Work (If We Don't Try)” by Ronan Keating peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Als je ooit nog eens terug kan” by Ticket For Tibet peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Delirious” by David Guetta Featuring Tara McDonald peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “If You're Not The One” by Daniel Bedingfield peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In Da Club” by 50 Cent peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Shot Of A Gun” by Kane peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Work” by Kelly Rowland peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Den andra kvinnan” by Glenmark / Eriksson / Strömstedt peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Det kanske kommer en förändring” by Kent peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Generation ex” by Kent peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Jennie Let Me Love You” by E.M.D. peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Longing For Lullabies” by Kleerup Featuring Titiyo peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Under mitt tunna skinn” by Patrik Isaksson and Bandet peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, 🤔 “Give Peace A Chance” by Starmania peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, ⛪ “Hallelujah” by Rea Garvey peaked at number 58 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “4 Minutes” by Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Delirious” by David Guetta Featuring Tara McDonald peaked at number 27 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Manchmal” by Boris peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When The Evening Falls” by Lukas peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Won't Go Home Without You” by Maroon 5 peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Zweite Chance” by Andreas [AT] peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “4 Minutes” by Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Bump, Bump, Bump” by B2K Featuring P. Diddy peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “L'amour est un soleil” by Hélène Segara peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ma liberté de penser” by Florent Pagny peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Tired Of Being Sorry (Laisse le destin l'emporter)” by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Nâdiya peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ton histoire” by Isabelle Boulay peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Liv og død for Fredrikstad” by Linjemenna peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Living Well Is The Best Revenge” by R.E.M. peaked at number 20 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Mercy” by Duffy peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Shape” by Sugababes peaked at number 16 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sing For The Moment” by Eminem peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Touch My Body” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “A te” by Jovanotti peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Black Betty” by Tom Jones peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Disco Lies” by Moby peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Embrasse” by Georges-Alain Jones peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The One” by Shakira peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Touch My Body” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “A te” by Jovanotti peaked at number 1 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Killer” by No More Dolls peaked at number 5 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Mercy” by Duffy peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Break The Ice” by Britney Spears peaked at number 8 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Don't Wanna Stop” by ATB peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Korkokengät” by Stella [FI] peaked at number 11 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Miss Blue” by Vincent [SE] peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Never Never” by Brick and Lace peaked at number 14 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Next To You” by Darude peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Scream” by Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson and Nicole Scherzinger peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Truth” by Firevision peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Undead Son” by Tarot peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Unstoppable” by Mariko peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Work” by Kelly Rowland peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “American Life” by Madonna peaked at number 2 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Deja de llorar” by Mägo de Oz peaked at number 2 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “WMC 2008 (EP) 1” by Varios peaked at number 15 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Alderspræsident” by Rasmus Nøhr peaked at number 17 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)” by Erasure peaked at number 19 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Touch My Body” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 20 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Al duurt de nacht tot morgenvroeg” by Laura Lynn and Frans Bauer peaked at number 1 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Delirious” by David Guetta Featuring Tara McDonald peaked at number 17 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Nude” by Radiohead peaked at number 12 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Touch My Body” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 5 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Break The Ice” by Britney Spears peaked at number 7 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Come Undone” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 14 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Cry For You” by September peaked at number 8 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Letting Go” by Suddyn peaked at number 19 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Move Your Feet” by Junior Senior peaked at number 10 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Out Of Time” by Blur peaked at number 17 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Scandalous” by Mis-Teeq peaked at number 3 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “YAHHH!” by Soulja Boy Tell'em Featuring Arab peaked at number 18 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Run The Show” by Kat DeLuna peaked at number 8 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “With You” by Chris Brown peaked at number 4 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “4 Minutes” by Madonna and Justin peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “He's Unbelievable” by Sarah Connor peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “How Old R U?” by Master Blaster peaked at number 15 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Don't Wanna Stop” by ATB peaked at number 17 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Lasse redn” by Die Ärzte peaked at number 6 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Oh No / Never Stop” by Bro'Sis peaked at number 7 on the Germany pop singles chart.