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In 2001, On the cover of TV Guide: the cast of That 70's Show

In 2002, “The Anna Nicole Show” premiered on the E! cable channel. Highlights of the first episode include Mrs. Smithʹs purchase of a new house, and trying to keep her breasts in her top, since “These bad boys are trying to get out.”

In 2005, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" premiered on fX. It introduced audiences to the hilarious and morally questionable antics of “The Gang” at Paddy’s Pub. Created by Rob McElhenney, the show quickly gained a cult following for its dark humor and bold storylines.

In 2006, The movies “Shadowboxer”, “Barnyard”, “Boynton Beach Club”, and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2007, Needing only 14 seasons to accomplish the feat, Alex Rodriguez becomes the 22nd and youngest player (32 years and eight days) to hit 500 career home runs. The historic three-run homer, off Royalsʹ starter Kyle Davies, recently acquired from the Braves, is blasted into the left-field seats at Yankee Stadium, making A-Rod and Mickey Mantle the only two players to reach the milestone in the Bronx.

In 2009, On One Life to Live, Viki (Erika Slezak) and Charlie (Brian Kerwin), and Clint (Jerry verDorn) and Nora (Hillary B. Smith), were married in a double wedding.

In 2000, "Coyote Ugly" was released by Touchstone Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer Films; David McNally (director); Gina Wendkos, Kevin Smith (screenplay); Piper Perabo, Adam Garcia, Maria Bello, Melanie Lynskey, Tyra Banks, John Goodman, Izabella Miko, Bridget Moynahan, Michael Weston, Melody Perkins, LeAnn Rimes, Johnny Knoxville, John Fugelsang, Jeremy Rowley, Michael Bay, Susan Yeagley, Kaitlin Olson, Alex Borstein, Carol Ann Susi, Del Pentecost, Jeremy Rowley, Ellen Cleghorne, Bud Cort, Greg Pitts, Whitney Dylan, Victor Argo, Peter Appel, Ken Hudson Campbell, Jimmy Shubert, Jack McGee, Sarah Jane Morris, Chris Wylde; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 2000, "Hollow Man" was released by Columbia Pictures; Paul Verhoeven (director); Andrew W. Marlowe (screenplay); Kevin Bacon, Elisabeth Shue, Josh Brolin, Kim Dickens, Greg Grunberg, Joey Slotnick, Mary Randle, William Devane, Rhona Mitra, Pablo Espinosa, Margot Rose; Sci-Fi, Horror, Thriller

In 2000, "Saving Grace" was released by Fine Line Features; Nigel Cole (director); Mark Crowdy, Craig Ferguson (screenplay); Brenda Blethyn, Craig Ferguson, Martin Clunes, Tchéky Karyo, Valerie Edmond, Jamie Foreman, Bill Bailey, Diana Quick, Tristan Sturrock, Phyllida Law, Linda Kerr Scott, Leslie Phillips, Paul Brooke, Ken Campbell, Clive Merrison; Comedy; Live Action

In 2000, "Space Cowboys" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Village Roadshow Pictures; Clint Eastwood (director); Ken Kaufman, Howard Klausner (screenplay); Clint Eastwood, Tommy Lee Jones, Donald Sutherland, James Garner, Marcia Gay Harden, William Devane, Loren Dean, Courtney B. Vance, James Cromwell, Rade Serbedzija, Barbara Babcock, Blair Brown, Jay Leno, Jon Hamm, Chris Wylde, Anne Stedman, Toby Stephens, Eli Craig, John Mallory Asher, Matt McColm, Billie Worley; Drama, Adventure

In 2000, "The Tao of Steve" was released by Sony Pictures Classics; Jenniphr Goodman (director/screenplay); Duncan North, Greer Goodman (screenplay); Donal Logue, Greer Goodman, James 'Kimo' Wills, Ayelet Kaznelson, David Aaron Baker, Nina Jaroslaw; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 2006, "Barnyard" was released by Paramount Pictures / Nickelodeon Movies / O Entertainment / Amblimation; Steve Oedekerk (director/screenplay); Kevin James, Sam Elliott, Courteney Cox, Wanda Sykes, Danny Glover, Andie MacDowell, David Koechner, Jeffrey Garcia, Tino Insana, Cam Clarke, Rob Paulsen, Steve Oedekerk, John DiMaggio, Maurice LaMarche, Fred Tatasciore, Maria Bamford, Dom Irrera, S. Scott Bullock, Madeline Lovejoy, Earthquake, Jill Talley, Laraine Newman, Katie Leigh, Paul Butcher, Khamani Griffin, Liliana Mumy, Julianne Buescher, Leigh French, Eddie Frierson, Nika Futterman, Nicholas Guest, Archie Hahn, Phil Proctor, Justin Shenkarow, Lynne Marie Stewart, Audrey Wasilewski, Claudette Wells, North Mississippi Allstars; Comedy, Family, Animation

In 2006, "The Descent" was released by Lionsgate Entertainment / Celador; Neil Marshall (director/screenplay); Shauna Macdonald, Natalie Mendoza, Alex Reid, Saskia Mulder, MyAnna Buring, Nora-Jane Noone, Oliver Milburn, Molly Kayll, Craig Conway; Adventure, Horror

In 2006, "The Night Listener" was released by Miramax Films / IFC Films / Fortissimo Films; Patrick Stettner (director/screenplay); Armistead Maupin, Terry Anderson (screenplay); Robin Williams, Toni Collette, Rory Culkin, Bobby Cannavale, Sandra Oh, Joe Morton, John Cullum, Lisa Emery, Becky Ann Baker, Rodrigo Lopresti, Marcia Halfrecht, Billy Van, Marceline Hugot, Maryann Plunkett; Psychological, Thriller

In 2006, "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" was released by Columbia Pictures / Relativity Media / Apatow Productions / Mosaic Media Group; Adam McKay (director/screenplay); Will Ferrell (screenplay); Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Sacha Baron Cohen, Michael Clarke Duncan, Leslie Bibb, Gary Cole, Jane Lynch, Amy Adams, Andy Richter, Houston Tumlin, Grayson Russell, Adam McKay, David Koechner, Ian Roberts, Jack McBrayer, Pat Hingle, Greg Germann, Molly Shannon, Rob Riggle, Conrad Ricamora, Jim Wise, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jamie McMurray, Mike Joy, Darrell Waltrip, Larry McReynolds, Dick Berggren, Bill Weber, Benny Parsons, Wally Dallenbach Jr., Elvis Costello, Mos Def, Bob Jenkins, Rick Benjamin, Jack Blessing, Greg Biffle, Frank Welker, Ed Lauter; Sports, Comedy

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

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “I Wanna Be Bad” by Willa Ford peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Loverboy” by Mariah Carey Featuring Cameo peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Potential Breakup Song” by Aly and AJ peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Purple Hills” by D12 peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Shut Up and Drive” by Rihanna peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Sorry, Blame It On Me” by Akon peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Take You Out” by Luther Vandross peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “What Time Is It?” by High School Musical 2 Cast peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “4 In The Morning” by Gwen Stefani peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T's peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Inhale” by Big Wreck peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Joke Thing” by Snow peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Life” by Our Lady Peace peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Party Like A Rockstar” by Shop Boyz peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Shut Up and Drive” by Rihanna peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Thnks Fr Th Mmrs” by Fall Out Boy peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Wait For You” by Elliott Yamin peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Big Girls Don't Cry” by Fergie peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Inhale” by Big Wreck peaked at number 12 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Joke Thing” by Snow peaked at number 10 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Life” by Our Lady Peace peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2007, 😉🤣 “The Simpsons Theme” by Green Day peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “All Or Nothing” by O-Town peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “All The Way To Reno (You're Gonna Be A Star)” by R.E.M. peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Autumnsong” by Manic Street Preachers peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)” by MIKA peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Do The Lollipop” by The Tweenies peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Eternal Flame” by Atomic Kitten peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Fire Wire” by Cosmic Gate peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Song 4 Mutya (Out Of Control)” by Groove Armada peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Stone By Stone” by Catatonia peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2007, “The Way I Are” by Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson and D.O.E. peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “22 Steps” by Damien Leith peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Follow Me” by Uncle Kracker peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Someone To Call My Lover” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Another Day In Paradise” by Brandy Featuring Ray J peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Fade Away...” by Che Fu peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T's peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Home” by Daughtry peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Same Girl” by R. Kelly and Usher peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2001, “When It's Over” by Sugar Ray peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Your Love Alone Is Not Enough” by Manic Street Preachers peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Donker hart (live)” by Bløf peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Guitar” by Prince peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Love Is Gone” by David Guetta Featuring Chris Willis peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Pouring Rain” by Ilanois peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Purple Pills” by D12 peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Te busque” by Nelly Furtado Featuring Juanes peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Go Girl!” by What's Up! peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Miss California” by Dante Thomas Featuring Pras peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Mon amour” by The Plan peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Överallt” by Jimmy Jansson peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Adriano (Letzte Warnung)” by Brothers Keepers peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Elevation” by U2 peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Magic Melody” by beFour peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Relax (Take It Easy)” by MIKA peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Revolving Door” by Crazy Town peaked at number 29 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2001, “There You'll Be” by Faith Hill peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Vayamos compañeros” by Marquess peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Zerrissen” by Juli peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Another Day In Paradise” by Brandy Featuring Ray J peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, Lil' Kim, and P!nk peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Umbrella” by Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, Lil' Kim, and P!nk peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Nothing Else Matters” by Metallica peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Starlight” by The Supermen Lovers Featuring Mani Hoffman peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Purple Pills” by D12 peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “There You'll Be” by Faith Hill peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “U Remind Me” by Usher peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Domo mia” by Eros Ramazzotti and Tazenda peaked at number 6 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Don't Leave Me Now” by Lollipop peaked at number 9 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Scream If You Wanna Go Faster” by Geri Halliwell peaked at number 13 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2001, “There You'll Be” by Faith Hill peaked at number 11 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “Another Chance” by Roger Sanchez peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Baas” by Slusnik Luna vs. Lowland peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Daddy DJ” by Daddy DJ peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Dancing Lasha Tumbai” by Verka Serduchka peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Gotta Build A Railroad, Gotta Build A Train” by Kari Peitsamo and Risto peaked at number 18 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Komodo” by Comiccon peaked at number 11 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2001, “My Way” by Limp Bizkit peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Overpowered” by Róisín Murphy peaked at number 10 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Pretty White Dress” by Marenne peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Put Your Drink Down” by Mr. V peaked at number 13 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Straight To The Bank” by 50 Cent peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Tytöt tykkää” by Tea [FI] peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Vayamos compañeros” by Marquess peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Higher State Of Consciousness (TV Rock and Dirty South Remix)” by Wink peaked at number 18 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2001, “I Feel Loved” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 4 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, Lil' Kim, and P!nk peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Qué ironía” by Jennifer Lopez peaked at number 10 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2007, “The Show Must Go On” by Innocence [ES] peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Vive el verano” by Paulina Rubio peaked at number 11 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2001, “(I Would) Die For You” by Antique peaked at number 15 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Come Along” by Titiyo peaked at number 7 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Crazy From The Heat” by David Lee Roth peaked at number 20 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2007, “May It Be” by Enya peaked at number 19 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Kusjesdag” by K3 peaked at number 7 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Relax (Take It Easy)” by MIKA peaked at number 1 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Ze Kent Me” by Wim Soutaer peaked at number 12 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Baby Baby” by Sunblock peaked at number 19 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Cupid's Chokehold” by Gym Class Heroes Featuring Patrick Stump peaked at number 2 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Love Is Gone” by David Guetta Featuring Chris Willis peaked at number 6 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “All I Want Is For You To Be Happy” by Aftermath peaked at number 13 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Here Comes The Sun” by Aslan peaked at number 5 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2007, “The Way I Are” by Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson and D.O.E. peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “The Moment You Believe” by Melanie C peaked at number 7 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2007, “Alles Roger!” by Sportfreunde Stiller peaked at number 22 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2007, “LoveStoned” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 15 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2001, “Perfect Gentleman” by Wyclef Jean peaked at number 7 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2007, “Te busque” by Nelly Furtado Featuring Juanes peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.