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In 2000, In his late-night talk show debut, Green Party candidate Ralph Nader used a rubber chicken to protest his exclusion from presidential debates, then ended up debating a fellow guest. Nader pulled the chicken from behind a couch on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” to make his point that Republican George W. Bush and Democrat Al Gore are ducking debates with him. “The only explanation I can give you as to why Bush and Gore are afraid to have me debate,” he said, clutching the chicken around the neck. The gag drew tepid laughter. “This comedy is not easy, is it Ralph?”

In 2002, “Family Affair” remake starring Tim Curry as Mr. French debuts on the WB, exactly 36 years to the date CBS premiered the original version of the series.

In 2003, The movies “Once Upon a Time in Mexico”, “Lost in Translation”, and “Matchstick Men” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, The TV series “All About The Andersons” premiered on the WB netlet.

In 2003, Country music icon Johnny Cash dies at 1 a.m. ET of heart failure at Nashvilleʹs Baptist Hospital, stemming from complications from diabetes. He is 71, and had been in poor health for several years. His wife, vocalist June Carter Cash, died May 15 following heart surgery. The Man In Black was a member of both the Country Music and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame

In 2004, “Nedʹs Declassified School Survival Guide” began airing on Nickelodeon

In 2005, Chloe and Brady wed on Days of Our Lives.

In 2005, “Martha Stewart” and “The Tyra Banks Show” premiered in syndication.

In 2006, “Men in Trees” premiered on ABC.

In 2008, On The Young and the Restless, Brad Carlton (Don Diamont) was arrested for sending money to a known criminal with ties to the mafia, known as money laundering.

In 2000, "Tweety's High-Flying Adventure" was released by Warner Bros. Animation / Warner Home Video; Karl Torege, Charles Visser, James T. Walker, Kyung Won Lim (directors); Tom Minton, Tim Cahill, Julie McNally-Cahill (screenplay); Joe Alaskey, Jeff Bennett, Jim Cummings, June Foray, Stan Freberg, T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh, Tress MacNeille, Rob Paulsen, Frank Welker, Kath Soucie; Musical, Slapstick, Comedy; Animation

In 2003, "Cabin Fever" was released by Lions Gate Films; Eli Roth (director/screenplay); Randy Pearlstein (screenplay); Rider Strong, Jordan Ladd, James DeBello, Cerina Vincent, Joey Kern, Arie Verveen, Giuseppe Andrews, Jeff Hoffman, Eli Roth; Comedy, Horror; Live Action

In 2003, "Dummy" was released by Artisan Entertainment; Greg Pritikin (director/screenplay); Adrien Brody, Milla Jovovich, Illeana Douglas, Vera Farmiga, Jared Harris, Jessica Walter, Ron Leibman, Helen Hanft, Lawrence Leritz, Poppi Kramer, Mirabella Pisani, Alan Semok; Romantic, Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 2003, "Lost in Translation" was released by Focus Features; Sofia Coppola (director/screenplay); Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Giovanni Ribisi, Anna Faris; Romantic, Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 2003, "Matchstick Men" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / ImageMovers / Scott Free Productions; Ridley Scott (director/screenplay); Steve Starkey, Sean Bailey, Jack Rapke, Ted Griffin (screenplay); Nicolas Cage, Sam Rockwell, Alison Lohman, Bruce Altman, Bruce McGill, Sheila Kelley, Beth Grant, Melora Walters, Jenny O'Hara, Steve Eastin, Fran Kranz, Tim Kelleher, Tim Maculan, Giannina Facio, Sonya Eddy, Jim Zulevic; Comedy, Crime

In 2003, "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" was released by Columbia Pictures / Dimension Films / Troublemaker Studios; Robert Rodriguez (director/screenplay); Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Johnny Depp, Mickey Rourke, Eva Mendes, Danny Trejo, Enrique Iglesias, Marco Leonardi, Cheech Marin, Julio Oscar Mechoso, Rubén Blades, Willem Dafoe; Neo Western, Action; Live Action

In 2004, "Saving Face" was released by Sony Pictures Classics / Destination Films; Alice Wu (director/screenplay); Michelle Krusiec, Joan Chen, Lynn Chen, Jin Wang, Guang Lan Koh, Jessica Hecht, Ato Essandoh, Wang Luoyong, Brian Yang,; Romance, Drama

In 2008, "Burn After Reading" was released by Focus Features / StudioCanal / Relativity Media / Working Title Films / Mike Zoss Productions; Joel Coen, Ethan Coen (directors/screenplay); George Clooney, Frances McDormand, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton, Brad Pitt, Richard Jenkins, Elizabeth Marvel, David Rasche, J.K. Simmons, Olek Krupa; Black Comedy, Crime

In 2008, "Proud American" was released by Slowhand Cinema; Fred Ashman (director/screenplay); Hayley Chase, Jonathan Banks, Dennis Haskins, Ken Howard, Marc McClure, Kimberlin Brown; Biography, Drama

In 2008, "Righteous Kill" was released by Universal Studios / Overture Films; Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, 50 Cent, Carla Gugino, Donnie Wahlberg, Brian Dennehy, John Leguizamo

In 2008, "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" was released by unknown; genre?

In 2008, "The Family That Preys" was released by Lionsgate / Tyler Perry Studios; Tyler Perry (director/screenplay); Alfre Woodard, Sanaa Lathan, Rockmond Dunbar, KaDee Strickland, Cole Hauser, Taraji P. Henson, Tyler Perry, Kathy Bates, Robin Givens, Sebastian Siegel; Comedy, Drama

In 2008, "The Women" was released by Picturehouse; Diane English (director/screenplay); Meg Ryan, Annette Bening, Eva Mendes, Debra Messing, Jada Pinkett Smith, Carrie Fisher, Cloris Leachman, Debi Mazar, Bette Midler, Candice Bergen, India Ennenga, Jill Flint, Ana Gasteyer, Joanna Gleason, Lynn Whitfield, Natasha Alam, Tilly Scott Pedersen, Christy Scott Cashman; Comedy, Drama

In 2008, "Towelhead" was released by Warner Independent Pictures; Alan Ball (director/screenplay); Aaron Eckhart, Toni Collette, Maria Bello, Peter Macdissi, Summer Bishil, Matt Letscher, Chase Ellison, Carrie Preston, Lynn Collins, Chris Messina, Shari Headley, Irina Voronina, Randy Goodwin; Drama

In 2009, "Mr. Nobody" was released by Wild Bunch Distribution; Jaco Van Dormael (director); Jared Leto, Sarah Polley, Diane Kruger, Linh Dan Pham, Rhys Ifans, Natasha Little, Toby Regbo, Juno Temple; genre?

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

In 2009, “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To” by Weezer peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I'd Come For You” by Nickelback peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Paparazzi” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “The Fixer” by Pearl Jam peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Burn It To The Ground” by Nickelback peaked at number 15 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Poison” by Elise Estrada peaked at number 10 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Summer Girl” by The Stereos peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2009, “Chaka Demus (EP)” by Jamie T peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Chillin'” by Wale Featuring Lady Gaga peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Get Sexy” by Sugababes peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Heartbeat” by Nneka peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kiss Of Life” by Friendly Fires peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Run This Town” by Jay-Z Featuring Rihanna and Kanye West peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Say It” by Booty Luv peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Already Gone” by Kelly Clarkson peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Don't Miss You” by Ricki-Lee peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “If This Is It” by Newton Faulkner peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Like It Like That” by Guy Sebastian peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “She's A Genius” by Jet peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Holiday” by Dizzee Rascal peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Famke fan myn dreamen” by Die Twa peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Geen crisis waar Dries is” by Dries Roelvink peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Gewoon muziek” by Jan Leliveld peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Ik denk dat ik naar Malaga” by Leipe Henkie and DJ Olé peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Not Fair” by Lily Allen peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Don't Bring Flowers After I'm Dead” by Erik Hassle peaked at number 25 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Funny Little World” by Alexander Rybak peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “LoveGame” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Million Dollar Bill” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Not Fair” by Lily Allen peaked at number 26 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “We Are Golden” by MIKA peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Das geht ab! (Wir feiern die ganze Nacht)” by Frauenarzt and Manny Marc peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Eine Chance / Zu Gangsta” by Bushido prod. Sonny Black and Frank White peaked at number 26 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Fallin' For You” by Colbie Caillat peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Helicopta” by Edalam Featuring DJ Lauralee peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Let The Bass Kick” by Chuckie peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sextonik” by Mylène Farmer peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sexy Bitch” by David Guetta Featuring Akon peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sexy Bitch” by David Guetta Featuring Akon peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “She's Not Afraid” by Lonely Crowd peaked at number 18 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Hush Hush; Hush Hush” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Release Me” by Agnes peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Umbrella” by The Baseballs peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Ayo Technology” by Milow peaked at number 5 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Estranei a partire da ieri” by Alessandra Amoroso peaked at number 6 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Loba” by Shakira peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Lontano dal tuo sole” by Neffa peaked at number 10 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Et huomaa” by Irina peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kaksoiselämää” by Pate Mustajärvi peaked at number 18 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kuivilla susta” by Kristiina Brask peaked at number 15 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Mitä vittua (EP)” by Uniklubi peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Psicofonía” by Gloria Trevi peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Jeg vil have dig for mig selv” by Burhan G peaked at number 8 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sexy Bitch” by David Guetta Featuring Akon peaked at number 2 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Bleeding Love” by Tom Dice peaked at number 7 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Bulletproof” by La Roux peaked at number 5 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Love Don't Come Easy” by Sil (Be) peaked at number 19 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Vliegtuiglied” by Guustje peaked at number 14 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)” by Pitbull peaked at number 13 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Lyatoto Dojde” by Deep Zone Project peaked at number 6 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Stereo Love” by Edward Maya and Vika Jigulina peaked at number 16 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “That's My Name” by Akcent peaked at number 12 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Chillin'” by Wale Featuring Lady Gaga peaked at number 19 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Get Sexy” by Sugababes peaked at number 3 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Outta Here” by Esmée Denters peaked at number 18 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sexy Bitch” by David Guetta Featuring Akon peaked at number 2 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Fado Toninho” by Deolinda peaked at number 18 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Eine Chance / Zu Gangsta” by Bushido prod. Sonny Black and Frank White peaked at number 26 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Fallin' For You” by Colbie Caillat peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Knock You Down” by Keri Hilson Featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo peaked at number 30 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Schöne neue Welt” by Culcha Candela peaked at number 12 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “You Don't Know” by Milow peaked at number 15 on the Germany pop singles chart.