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In 2000, Jensen Ackles aired for the final time as Eric Brady on Days of our Lives.

In 2000, Richard Hatch, the ruthless strategist on CBS' “Survivor,” won the million-dollar prize in the two-hour Survivor finale as he edged out three rival castaways on the tropical island that served as the setting for the game-show hit that became a pop-culture phenomenon. Outlasting Susan Hawk, Rudy Boesch and Kelly Wiglesworth, Hatch became the sole survivor from the 16 who marooned themselves on remote Pulau Tiga at the seriesʹ launch in May. The final choice — between Hatch and Wiglesworth — was handed down by a jury of seven former tribe-mates. Their vote was a squeaker: four to three. And yup, heʹs gay!

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

In 2003, “Duck Dodgers” began airing on Cartoon Network

In 2006, Jeffrey Carlson debuted as Zarf on All My Children.

In 2002, "A Ring of Endless Light" was released by Buena Vista Television; Greg Beeman (director); Marita Giovanni, Bruce Graham (screenplay); Mischa Barton, Ryan Merriman, Jared Padalecki, Scarlett Pomers, Soren Fulton, James Whitmore, Theresa Wong, Penny Everingham, Chris Kirby, Steven Vidler, Leo Taylor, Terry Annesley, Carol Baker, Arron Wayne Cull, Trent Sullivan; Drama, Family, Romance; Live Action

In 2002, "Serving Sara" was released by Paramount Pictures / Mandalay Pictures; Reginald Hudlin (director); Jay Scherick, David Ronn (screenplay); Matthew Perry, Elizabeth Hurley, Bruce Campbell, Vincent Pastore, Cedric the Entertainer, Amy Adams, Terry Crews, Jerry Stiller, Marshall Bell, Joe Viterelli, Vince Cecere, Tony Longo, Alaina Huffman, Mary Lyons, Coati Mundi, Julio Cesar Cedillo, Andrew Wilson; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 2002, "Simone" was released by New Line Cinema; Andrew Niccol (director/screenplay); Al Pacino, Catherine Keener, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jay Mohr, Evan Rachel Wood, Rachel Roberts, Winona Ryder, Jason Schwartzman, Elias Koteas, Rebecca Romijn, Joel Heyman; Sci-Fi, Satirical, Comedy; Live Action

In 2002, "Undisputed" was released by Miramax Films / Millennium Films; Walter Hill (director/screenplay); David Giler (screenplay); Wesley Snipes, Ving Rhames, Peter Falk, Michael Rooker, Jon Seda, Wes Studi, Fisher Stevens, Master P, Silkk the Shocker, C-Murder, Ed Lover, Michael Bailey Smith, Dayton Callie, Denis Arndt, Bruce A. Young, Amy Aquino, Susan Dalian, Rose Rollins, Peter Jason, Maureen O'Boyle, Jim Lampley, Byron Minns, Steve Heinze, Nils Allen Stewart, Johnathan Wesley Wallace, Johnny Williams, Joe D'Angerio, Taylor Young; Sports, Drama; Live Action

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

In 2008, “A Little Bit Longer” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Disturbia” by Rihanna peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Get Like Me” by David Banner Featuring Chris Brown peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Want You” by Thalia Featuring Fat Joe peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “My Life” by The Game Featuring Lil' Wayne peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “P.I.M.P.” by 50 Cent peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “A Little Bit Longer” by Jonas Brothers peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Just Dance” by Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perry peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Summertime” by New Kids On The Block peaked at number 3 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2008, “Baditude” by Spoon, Harris and Obernik peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Best Of Order” by David Sneddon peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Body On Me” by Nelly Featuring Akon and Ashanti peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Complete” by Jaimeson peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Did My Time” by Korn peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Finest Dreams” by Richard X Featuring Kelis peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “I Decided” by Solange peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked” by Ida Maria peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Let's Get Ill” by P. Diddy Featuring Kelis peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Is Noise” by The Verve peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Mercury” by Bloc Party peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Molly's Chambers” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sleeping With The Light On” by Busted peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Snake” by R. Kelly Featuring Big Tigger peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “We Can” by LeAnn Rimes peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “A Matter Of Time” by Bec Cartwright peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Frontin'” by Pharrell Williams Featuring Jay-Z peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Get Busy” by Sean Paul peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I Want You” by Thalia Featuring Fat Joe peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Kansas City” by Sneaky Sound System peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Reign” by Ja Rule peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Satisfaction” by Benny Benassi Presents The Biz peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The Leaving Song Pt. II” by AFI peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When I Get You Alone” by Thicke (Robin Thicke) peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Better” by Brooke Fraser peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Disturbia” by Rihanna peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Get Busy” by Sean Paul peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Lolli Lolli (Pop That Body)” by Three 6 Mafia Featuring Project Pat, Young D and Superpower peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Mareko (Here To Stay)” by Mareko peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Take You Down” by Chris Brown peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “This Love” by The Veronicas peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Warwick Avenue” by Duffy peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Breathe” by Blu Cantrell Featuring Sean Paul peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “In and Out Of Love” by Armin van Buuren Featuring Sharon den Adel peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Live It Up 2008” by Johan Gielen vs. Time Bandits peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ojos así” by Shakira peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sweet About Me” by Gabriella Cilmi peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “We Can Not Get Enough! (Dance Valley Theme 2003)” by Laidback Luke Featuring MC Marxman peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Weep” by Richard Durand peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “You Said No” by Busted peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Breathe” by Blu Cantrell Featuring Sean Paul peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Chihuahua” by DJ BoBo peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Everything I'd Ever Do” by Evan peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Fantiserar om dig” by Izabelle peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Forever” by Chris Brown peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hum hum från Humlegården” by Lars Winnerbäck och Hovet peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “No Letting Go” by Wayne Wonder peaked at number 23 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Raise The Banner” by The Poodles peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Warwick Avenue” by Duffy peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Carmen” by Sido peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Closer” by Ne-Yo peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Das hat die Welt noch nicht gesehen” by Söhne Mannheims peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Everybody Cha Cha” by Cecil, Jonni, Lauro peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Geh nicht wenn du kommst” by Christina peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In The Shadows” by The Rasmus peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Kleine Taschenlampe brenn” by Christian Petru mit Alina von beFour peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Trip 2 Wonderland” by Ravers On Dope peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Baila el chiki chiki” by Rodolfo Chikilicuatre peaked at number 20 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Hot Summer Night (Oh La La La)” by David Tavaré Featuring 2 Eivissa peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “La roue tourne” by Zaho Featuring Tunisiano peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Match nul” by Eloquence et Kayliah peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Aren't You Forgetting Something” by Lonely Crowd peaked at number 18 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Chihuahua” by DJ BoBo peaked at number 15 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Do Without Him” by Ebba Forsberg peaked at number 20 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Honey, Honey” by Amanda Seyfried, Ashley Lilley and Rachel McDowall peaked at number 11 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Mamma Mia” by Meryl Streep peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “She Don't Know My Game” by Da D.O.N.S peaked at number 14 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Wild At Heart” by David [NO] peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Bounce” by Sarah Connor peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Closer” by Ne-Yo peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Now You're Gone” by Basshunter Featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz peaked at number 29 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Schöni Meitschi” by Florian Ast peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sweet Soca Music” by Sugar Daddy peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “È'così com'è” by Signorino TJ peaked at number 12 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Badabum cha cha” by Marracash peaked at number 9 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Gatto matto” by Roberto Angelini peaked at number 14 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Is Noise” by The Verve peaked at number 8 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Vero/Falso” by Paolo Meneguzzi peaked at number 9 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Did My Time” by Korn peaked at number 13 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Dynamite” by Beats and Styles Featuring Toni W and B.O. Dubb peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Elektra” by Super8 and Tab peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Elä nyt” by Movetron peaked at number 20 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Kaunis kotkan käsi” by Viikate peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Tämmöst tänään” by Trilogia peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ylimäärä” by Sara [FI] peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “A Chance To Be Free” by G-Martin and Alex Barroso Featuring Luca G peaked at number 9 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Going Under” by Evanescence peaked at number 17 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ojú” by Las Niñas peaked at number 3 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Que ritmo!” by Victor Magan and Yonay AF peaked at number 18 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Closer” by Ne-Yo peaked at number 12 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Cry For You” by September peaked at number 10 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Frontin'” by Pharrell Williams Featuring Jay-Z peaked at number 12 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Hvorfor vil du ikk?” by L.O.C. peaked at number 11 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Kun dig” by Burhan G peaked at number 20 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Satisfaction” by Benny Benassi Presents The Biz peaked at number 17 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Så er det sommer” by Johnny Deluxe peaked at number 16 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Het Is Over” by Mama's Jasje peaked at number 6 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Mandy” by Helmut Lotti peaked at number 17 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Night and Day” by Regi and Tom Helsen peaked at number 4 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “We Made It” by Busta Rhymes Featuring Linkin Park peaked at number 8 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Disturbia” by Rihanna peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Is Noise” by The Verve peaked at number 7 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Never Gonna Leave Your Side” by Daniel Bedingfield peaked at number 11 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)” by Lumidee Featuring Fabolous and Busta Rhymes peaked at number 17 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sleeping With The Light On” by Busted peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Something Beautiful” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 6 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “The Story” by Brandi Carlile peaked at number 1 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Billie Jean” by Terenzi peaked at number 27 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Das hat die Welt noch nicht gesehen” by Söhne Mannheims peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Everybody Cha Cha” by Cecil, Jonni, Lauro peaked at number 28 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Fly Away (Owner Of Your Heart)” by Starsplash Featuring Daisy Dee peaked at number 24 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Football's Coming Home (Three Lions)” by Hermes House Band peaked at number 29 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ich denk an Dich” by Pur peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Is Noise” by The Verve peaked at number 26 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Stuck” by Stacie Orrico peaked at number 4 on the Germany pop singles chart.