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In 2000, The animated flop “Clerks” debut on ABC; they were fired a week later!

In 2000, “Survivor” reality serial begins its three month tour on a remote island on CBS. In reality, it was taped months ago! Sixteen average Americans are about to be stranded a deserted island in the South China Sea for thirty-nine days. Former Backchat on fX host Jeff Probst goes from some 300 households in 1994 to over 30 million on CBS in 2000. Ryan Hopak, a former writer for the show, recorded a novelty song inspired by the show in 2003 called “Tribal Council”. It launched the modern era of reality television and forever changing how audiences engaged with competition shows.

In 2000, At Bank One Ballpark, Cardinalsʹ slugger Mark McGwire hits a fly ball snagged by Diamondbackʹs center fielder Steve Finley (1), who relays the ball to home to get Placido Polanco out trying to score (2), with backstop Damian Miller continuing the play by firing the ball to third base where shortstop Tony Womack tags out Edgar Renteria advancing from second (3). The 8*-2*-6* play in the fifth inning of the teamʹs 6-2 victory over the Redbirds marks Arizonaʹs first triple play in franchise history.

In 2002, The movies “The Sum of All Fears”, “The Importance of Being Ernest”, and “Undercover Brother” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2006, “Gameshow Marathon” premiered on CBS.

In 2002, "The Sum of All Fears" was released by Paramount Pictures; Phil Alden Robinson (director); Paul Attanasio, Daniel Pyne (screenplay); Ben Affleck, Morgan Freeman, James Cromwell, Ciarán Hinds, Liev Schreiber, Bridget Moynahan, Michael Byrne, Colm Feore, Alan Bates, Ron Rifkin, Bruce McGill, Richard Marner, Philip Baker Hall, Josef Sommer, Ken Jenkins, Philip Akin, John Beasley, Lee Garlington, Joel Bissonnette, Sven-Ole Thorsen, Aleksandr Belyavsky, Lev Prygunov, Yevgeni Lazarev, Gregory Hlady; Action, Spy, Thriller; Live Action

In 2002, "Undercover Brother" was released by Universal Pictures / Imagine Entertainment; Malcolm D. Lee (director); John Ridley, Michael McCullers (screenplay); Eddie Griffin, Chris Kattan, Dave Chappelle, Denise Richards, Aunjanue Ellis, Neil Patrick Harris, Chi McBride, Gary Anthony Williams, Billy Dee Williams, Jack Noseworthy, James Brown, Robert Townsend, Pam Grier, Jesse Jackson, Jim Kelly, Martin Luther King, Mr. T, Dennis Rodman, Richard Roundtree, Jaleel White, J.D. Hall, Robert Trumbull; Comedy, Satirical, Spy

In 2004, "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" was released in movie theaters in the United Kingdom by Warner Bros.; Alfonso Cuarón (director); Steve Kloves (screenplay); Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith, David Thewlis, Gary Oldman, Timothy Spall, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson, Julie Christie, Julie Walters, Mark Williams, Richard Griffiths, Fiona Shaw, David Bradley, Devon Murray, Tom Felton, Bonnie Wright, Dawn French, Paul Whitehouse, Adrian Rawlins, Geraldine Somerville, Pam Ferris, Domhnall Gleeson, Harry Melling, Robert Hardy, Oliver Phelps, James Phelps, Chris Rankin, Matthew Lewis, Bronson Webb, Alfred Enoch; Fantasy

In 2009, "Into the Storm" was released by HBO Films / BBC Films / Scott Free / Rainmark Films; Thaddeus O'Sullivan (director); Hugh Whitemore (screenplay); Brendan Gleeson, Janet McTeer, James D'Arcy, Patrick Malahide, Robert Pugh, Adrian Scarborough, Clive Mantle, Jack Shepherd, Donald Sumpter, Iain Glen, Bill Paterson, Bruce Alexander, Michael Elwyn, Terrence Hardiman, Garrick Hagon, Len Cariou, Geoffrey Kirkness, Philip McGough, Michael Pennington, Aleksey Petrenko; Biographical

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

In 2008, ⛪ “Hallelujah” by Kate Voegele peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “21 Questions” by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Bye Bye” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Can't Let You Go...Damn!” by Fabolous Featuring Mike Shorey and Lil' Mo peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Know What You Want” by Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “If You're Not The One” by Daniel Bedingfield peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love In This Club, Part II” by Usher Featuring Beyoncé and Lil' Wayne peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Mercy” by Duffy peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “No Letting Go” by Wayne Wonder peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “What You Got” by Colby O'Donis Featuring Akon peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Somewhere I Belong” by Linkin Park peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Elevator” by Flo Rida Featuring Timbaland peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Somewhere I Belong” by Linkin Park peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2003, 😉🤣 “Go F--k Yourself / The Other Side” by Ben Kaye peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Broken Bones” by Love Inc. peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Can't Make Up My Mind” by Sonique peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Dust” by Royworld peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Madame Helga” by Stereophonics peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Not Gonna Get Us” by t.A.T.u. peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya)” by Ashlee Simpson peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Party People” by Nelly Featuring Fergie peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Take A Bow” by Rihanna peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The Things / Turned Away” by Audio Bullys peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)” by MIKA peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Fever For The Flava” by Hot Action Cop peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hello World” by The Saddle Club peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Jaleo” by Ricky Martin peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rise and Fall” by Craig David Featuring Sting peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The Wreckoning” by Boomkat peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Party People” by Nelly Featuring Fergie peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Something New” by The Zephyrs peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Tattoo” by Jordin Sparks peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, 😉🤣 “Do It With Madonna” by The Androids peaked at number 92 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “All About Lovin' You” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Another Day” by Jamie Lidell peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “By Your Side” by Yves Larock Featuring Jaba peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Fascination” by Alphabeat peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ik wil jou” by Dries Roelvink peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Kom bij me terug” by René Schuurmans peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Modern World” by Anouk peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Running Up That Hill” by Within Temptation peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “She” by Di-rect peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “This Is The Life” by Amy Macdonald peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Violet Hill” by Coldplay peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Det är hon” by Brolle peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Jaleo” by Ricky Martin peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Runnin' Out Of Gaz” by Pauline peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Say My Name” by Mole peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)” by Gemini Five peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “American Boy” by Estelle Featuring Kanye West peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Heartbeat” by Daniel K. peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love In This Club” by Usher Featuring Young Jeezy peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Song” by Sara Bareilles peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Summer Love” by Mark Medlock peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Dans l'espace” by Bébé Lilly peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Le cœur des femmes” by Combat Combo peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sur la route” by Raphaël and Jean-Louis Aubert peaked at number 29 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “The Only One” by The Cure peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Destructive” by Elisabeth Carew peaked at number 18 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Lost” by Anouk peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Scared Of Heights” by Espen Lind peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Work” by Kelly Rowland peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Beautiful” by Snoop Dogg Featuring Pharrell Williams and Uncle Charlie Wilson peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Jaleo” by Ricky Martin peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ma liberté de penser” by Florent Pagny peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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

In 2003, “Rise and Fall” by Craig David Featuring Sting peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Take A Bow” by Rihanna peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Tired Of Being Sorry (Laisse le destin l'emporter)” by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Nâdiya peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “To Love A Woman” by Lionel Richie Featuring Enrique Iglesias peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Un'emozione per sempre” by Eros Ramazzotti peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Eroe (Storia di Luigi delle bicocche)” by Caparezza peaked at number 10 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Know What You Want” by Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad peaked at number 4 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Il centro del mondo” by Ligabue peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rise and Fall” by Craig David Featuring Sting peaked at number 9 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Violet Hill” by Coldplay peaked at number 9 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Bumba” by Perfect Sense peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Coffee Break” by Voltage [FI] peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Dangerous” by M. Pokora Featuring Timbaland and SebastiAn peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In Trust Of No One” by Charon peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Mun elämä” by Maija Vilkkumaa peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “One Night” by Technicolour peaked at number 11 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Pakkasta / Kukkia kotiin” by Loost Koos peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Superstar” by Mighty 44 peaked at number 19 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “All About Lovin' You” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Homecoming” by Kanye West Featuring Chris Martin peaked at number 15 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In-tango” by In-Grid peaked at number 10 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love In This Club” by Usher Featuring Young Jeezy peaked at number 16 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Scandalous” by Mis-Teeq peaked at number 9 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Show The World” by Martin [DK] peaked at number 1 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “U Can't Touch This” by Beam vs. Cyrus Featuring MC Hammer peaked at number 12 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 6 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Shut Your Mouth” by Katerine peaked at number 3 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When I Get You Alone” by Thicke (Robin Thicke) peaked at number 15 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “American Boy” by Estelle Featuring Kanye West peaked at number 2 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Freedom To Love” by Lexter peaked at number 9 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Father, Brother, Lover and Son” by Relish peaked at number 11 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Favourite Things” by Big Brovaz peaked at number 6 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Madame Helga” by Stereophonics peaked at number 15 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Not Gonna Get Us” by t.A.T.u. peaked at number 10 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya)” by Ashlee Simpson peaked at number 15 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Party People” by Nelly Featuring Fergie peaked at number 12 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Take A Bow” by Rihanna peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The Bhoys Are Back In Town” by Dance To Tipperary peaked at number 20 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “X Gon' Give It To Ya” by DMX peaked at number 18 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Augen auf / Halt dein Maul” by Sido peaked at number 7 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ella elle l'a” by Kate Ryan peaked at number 10 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Endless Fantasy” by Starsplash peaked at number 20 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Song” by Sara Bareilles peaked at number 13 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Music Monks” by Seeed peaked at number 27 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Mandy and Randy peaked at number 7 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya)” by Ashlee Simpson peaked at number 30 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ride Or Die (I Need You)” by Trooper Da Don Featuring Vanessa peaked at number 4 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Star” by Reamonn peaked at number 23 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Was kann ich für eure Welt” by Rosenstolz peaked at number 12 on the Germany pop singles chart.