You are at the section The 00's Datebook

The 00's Datebook for December 20

Related Events on This Date

In 2001, Comedian Foster Brooks, known for his “Lovable Lush” fake drunk act, died in Encino, California, at age 89.

In 2002, Darlene Love performs “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” for the tenth time on “Late Show with David Letterman.”

In 2002, The movies “Adaptation”, “Evelyn”, “About Schmidt,” “Gangs of New York”, “Wild Thornberrys”, and “Two Weeks Notice” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, On the cover of TV Guide: Kevin James and Leah Remini of “King of Queens.” Richard Simmons ainʹt in it, but Leah is…wow!

In 2006, On All My Children, a joint funeral was held for Simone Torres and Erin Lavery. It was also Julia Barr's last appearance as Brooke English after a 30 year run, until her return in 2010.

In 2006, The movie “Rocky Balboa” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2007, Kristina Wagner returned to General Hospital as Felicia Jones, who found out about Georgie's murder from her other daughter, Maxie (Kirsten Storms). Meanwhile, Mike Corbin (Ron Hale) and Lulu Spencer (Julie Marie Berman) told Dillon Quartermaine (Scott Clifton) what happened to Georgie.

In 2007, Musician Eddie Van Halen and actor Valerie Bertinelli settled their divorce, six years after they had separated. They had been married 26 years.

In 2007, Queen Elizabeth II became the oldest monarch in British history, outliving her great-great grandmother, Queen Victoria, who lived 81 years, seven months, four weeks and one day. Queen Elizabeth II died in 2022 at age 96 years and 140 days.

In 2008, Russian Nikolay Valuev narrowly retained his WBA heavyweight title with a majority decision victory over the ancient Evander Holyfield.

In 2009, Actress Brittany Murphy, whoʹd starred in “Clueless” and “8 Mile,” died at age 32.

In 2002, "Gangs of New York" was released by Miramax Films; Martin Scorsese (director); Jay Cocks, Steven Zaillian, Kenneth Lonergan (screenplay); Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz, John C. Reilly, Henry Thomas, Jim Broadbent, Liam Neeson, Brendan Gleeson, Gary Lewis, Stephen Graham, Eddie Marsan, Alec McCowen, David Hemmings, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., Cara Seymour, Roger Ashton-Griffiths, Barbara Bouchet, Michael Byrne, John Sessions, Richard Graham, Giovanni Lombardo Radice; Period, Epic, Historical, Drama; Live Action

In 2002, "Narc" was released by Paramount Pictures / Lions Gate Films; Joe Carnahan (director/screenplay); Jason Patric, Ray Liotta, Busta Rhymes, Chi McBride, Stacey Farber, Alan van Sprang, John Ortiz; neo-noir, Crime, Drama, Thriller

In 2002, "Two Weeks Notice" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Castle Rock Entertainment / Village Roadshow Pictures; Marc Lawrence (director/screenplay); Sandra Bullock, Hugh Grant, Alicia Witt, Francie Swift, Dana Ivey, Robert Klein, Jason Antoon, Heather Burns, David Haig, Dorian Missick, Joseph Badalucco Jr., Jonathan Dokuchitz, Sharon Wilkins, Bill Bowers, Veanne Cox, Katheryn Winnick, Donald Trump, Norah Jones, Mike Piazza; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 2002, "The Wild Thornberrys Movie" was released by Paramount Pictures / Nickelodeon Movies / Klasky Csupo; Cathy Malkasian, Jeff McGrath (director); Aileen Quinn, Kate Boutilier (screenplay); Lacey Chabert, Danielle Harris, Tim Curry, Jodi Carlisle, Michael "Flea" Balzary, Tom Kane, Lynn Redgrave, Cree Summer, Rupert Everett, Marisa Tomei, Brock Peters, Alfre Woodard, Kimberly Brooks, Brenda Blethyn, Obba Babatundé, Kevin Michael Richardson, Melissa Greenspan, Crystal Scales, Alexandra Boyd, Moira Quirk, Tara Strong, Hynden Walch, Mae Whitman, Roger L. Jackson, John Kassir, Charles Shaughnessy, Jeff Coopwood, Billy Brown, Keith Szarabajka, Earl Boen, Michael Chinyamurindi, Anthony Okungbowa, Laraine Newman, Ethan Phillips, Lauren Tom; Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family, Animation

In 2006, "Letters from Iwo Jima" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / DreamWorks Pictures / Amblin Entertainment / Malpaso Productions; Clint Eastwood (director); Iris Yamashita (screenplay); Ken Watanabe, Kazunari Ninomiya, Tsuyoshi Ihara, Ryō Kase, Nakamura Shidō II, Yuki Matsuzaki, Takashi Yamaguchi, Eijiro Ozaki, Luke Eberl, Jeremy Glazer, Mark Moses, Roxanne Hart, Nori Bunasawa, Ken Kensei, Ryan Kelley, Daisuke Tsuji, Ryan Carnes, Hiroshi Watanabe, Takumi Bando, Alan Sato, Nae Yuuki, Nobumasa Sakagami, Akiko Shima, Ikuma Ando; War

In 2006, "The Painted Veil" was released by Warner Independent Pictures / Bob Yari Productions / The Mark Gordon Company / The Colleton Company / Class 5 Films / Dragon Studios; John Curran (director); Ron Nyswaner (screenplay); Naomi Watts, Edward Norton, Liev Schreiber, Toby Jones, Diana Rigg, Anthony Wong, Alan David, Maggie Steed, Cheng Sihan, Zoe Telford, Lü Yan, Xia Yu, Juliet Howland, Lucy Voller, Marie-Laure Descoureaux, Feng Li; Drama

In 2006, "Rocky Balboa" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / Columbia Pictures / Revolution Studios; Sylvester Stallone (director/screenplay); Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Antonio Tarver, Milo Ventimiglia, Geraldine Hughes, Tony Burton, Lou DiBella, James Francis Kelly III, Pedro Lovell, Jacob "Stitch" Duran, Talia Shire, A.J. Benza, Mike Tyson, Henry G. Sanders, Woody Paige, Skip Bayless, Jay Crawford, Brian Kenny, Dana Jacobson, Jim Lampley, Larry Merchant, Max Kellerman, LeRoy Neiman, Bert Sugar, Michael Buffer, Joe Cortez, Frank Stallone, Tobias Segal, Stu Nahan, Dolph Lundgren, Burgess Meredith, Mr. T; Sports, Drama

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

In 2008, “Beautiful” by Akon Featuring Colby O'Donis and Kardinal Offishall peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Circus” by Britney Spears peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Perfect” by Simple Plan peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Runnin' (Dying To Live) (2003)” by Tupac Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Walked Outta Heaven” by Jagged Edge peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Beautiful” by Akon Featuring Colby O'Donis and Kardinal Offishall peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Circus” by Britney Spears peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Here Without You” by 3 Doors Down peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Holidae In” by Chingy Featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

MuchMusic-Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Here Without You” by 3 Doors Down peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Holidae In” by Chingy Featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg peaked at number 6 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

In 2008, “If I Were A Boy” by Beyoncé peaked at number 1 on the MuchMusic-Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2008, 🎄 “It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” by Perry Como and The Fontane Sisters With Mitchell Ayers and His Orchestra peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, 🎄 “It's Christmas Time” by Status Quo peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, 🎄 “Santa's List” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, 🎄 “The Little Drummer Boy / Peace On Earth” by Sir Terry Wogan and Aled Jones peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, 🎄🤣 “Have A Cheeky Christmas” by The Cheeky Girls peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, 😉🤣 “Make Way For Noddy” by Noddy peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Ain't What You Do” by Big Brovaz peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Better” by Boyzone peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Changes” by Ozzy and Kelly Osbourne peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Cry Little Sister (I Need U Now)” by The Lost Brothers Featuring G Tom Mac peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Funky Dory” by Rachel Stevens peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Love Profusion” by Madonna peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “My Immortal” by Evanescence peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Powerless (Say What You Want)” by Nelly Furtado peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Rehab” by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Right Now (Na Na Na)” by Akon peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “The Voice Within” by Christina Aguilera peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2003, “You Don't Know My Name” by Alicia Keys peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihanna peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sober” by P!nk peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2008, “You” by Wes Carr peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “It's My Life” by No Doubt peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Lifeline” by Brooke Fraser peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Move Over” by Betchadupa peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Now You're Gone” by Basshunter Featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Sexed Up” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” by Beyoncé peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sober” by P!nk peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Als je slaapt” by Glennis peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ayo Technology” by Milow peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2003, “So Yesterday” by Hilary Duff peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “The Trees That Whisper” by Parson Brown peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Tussen land en sterren” by Syb peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Womanizer” by Britney Spears peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, 🎄 “All I Want For Christmas” by Sanna, Shirley, Sonja peaked at number 39 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, 🎄 “Silent Night (Noapte de vis)” by Glasvegas peaked at number 42 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “A Snowflake Fell (and It Felt Like A Kiss)” by Glasvegas peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Celebrate Me” by Emma Andersson peaked at number 9 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Girlfriend” by Alice Svensson peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Gotta Be Somebody” by Nickelback peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Holler” by NG3 peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Hot In Here” by Kevin Borg peaked at number 26 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Hot N Cold” by Katy Perry peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “In Private” by Sahara Hotnights peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Lost!” by Coldplay Featuring Jay-Z peaked at number 21 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Miles Away” by Madonna peaked at number 25 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Please Come Back Home” by Glasvegas peaked at number 29 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sober” by P!nk peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2008, “The Markoolio Anthem” by Markoolio peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2003, “When You're Coming Back Again” by Karl Martindahl peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by TV Allstars peaked at number 28 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2008, 🎄 “I Believe In X-mas” by Popstars peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2003, 🎄 “Santa Klaus” by Kurt Ostbahn vs. Birgit Denk peaked at number 24 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, 🎄 “Toi le père Noël” by Sweet Generation peaked at number 54 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “1 garçon” by Lorie peaked at number 23 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Génération virtuelle” by Olivier Miller peaked at number 20 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Papito ven a mí” by Lorna peaked at number 29 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Right Here (Departed)” by Brandy peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Si tu savais” by Emma Daumas peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Womanizer” by Britney Spears peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “(There's Gotta Be) More To Life” by Stacie Orrico peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Babyboo” by JO2 peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Circus” by Britney Spears peaked at number 15 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Oro jaska, beana” by The BlackSheeps peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Believe In Miracles” by Deutschland sucht den Superstar peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Glück” by Herbert Grönemeyer peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Hey Oh” by Tragedie peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ku-Ku Jodel” by Oesch's die Dritten peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihanna peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Musigg i dä Schwiiz” by Bligg peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Toi, tú” by Umberto Tozzi / Cérena peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Nel mio paese” by Chiaraluna peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Nothing Fails” by Madonna peaked at number 7 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Wow! (Una star così vera)” by Luca Butera peaked at number 1 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “A Million Nights” by Sturm und Drang peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Black Night” by Eri Esittäjiä peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Elän itselleni” by Popeda peaked at number 16 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sex On Fire” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Teurastaja” by Turmion Kätilöt peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Untameable” by Suburban Tribe peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Miles Away” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Nothing Fails” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Queen Singles Collection 1” by Queen peaked at number 2 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Elskovspony” by Johnny Deluxe peaked at number 4 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Rainmaker” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 12 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “Amelie” by Butch peaked at number 19 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Be Faithful” by Fatman Scoop Featuring The Crooklyn Clan peaked at number 11 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “If I Were A Boy” by Beyoncé peaked at number 4 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “In The Shadows” by The Rasmus peaked at number 6 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West peaked at number 13 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Neem Me Mee” by Peter Van De Veire peaked at number 5 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Shut Up” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “I Hate This Part” by The Pussycat Dolls peaked at number 14 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2008, “If I Were A Boy” by Beyoncé peaked at number 2 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, 🎄 “Santa's List” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 19 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, 🎄🤣 “Have A Cheeky Christmas” by The Cheeky Girls peaked at number 32 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Greatest Day” by Take That peaked at number 2 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “I'm Lovin' It” by Justin Timberlake peaked at number 15 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Life For Rent” by Dido peaked at number 8 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “My Immortal” by Evanescence peaked at number 20 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Shut Up” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon peaked at number 6 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Portugal 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2008, “If I Were A Boy” by Beyoncé peaked at number 1 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Ritmo do meu flow” by Flow 212 Featuring Rusty and DJ Overule peaked at number 7 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

In 2008, “So What” by P!nk peaked at number 9 on the Portugal pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2003, “Crashin' A Party” by Lumidee Featuring N.O.R.E. peaked at number 23 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Das Schäferlied” by Schäfer Heinrich peaked at number 5 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Don't Need Your Alibis” by Become One peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “Music Is The Key” by Sarah Connor Featuring Naturally 7 peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2003, “One More Chance” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 29 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Sober” by P!nk peaked at number 3 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2008, “Wie weit ist vorbei” by Rosenstolz peaked at number 8 on the Germany pop singles chart.