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In 2001, on Port Charles, Lucy and Kevin tied the knot.

In 2001, On The Young and the Restless, Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) and Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford) wed. If the duo of Jack and Phyllis sounds familiar to viewers in the Los Angeles area during the late 1960s, there once was a live kid-hosted TV show on KCOP called "The Jack and Phyllis Show" weekdays after school.

In 2001, Actor Sir Nigel Hawthorne died in Hertfordshire, England, at age 72.

In 2001, “Ali,” starring Wil Smith, opened in the U.S.

In 2003, The movie “House of Sand and Fog” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2004, On the cover of TV Guide: Extreme Makeover! Home Exclusives! Big deal.

In 2005, “My Gym Partnerʹs a Monkey” began airing on Cartoon Network

In 2005, “Monday Night Football” ended an unprecedented 36-year run on ABC TV with a lackluster game, a 31-to-21 New England Patriots victory over the New York Jets. (The series switched to ESPN the following season.)

In 2006, Gerald R. Ford, who took over the White House after Richard Nixon resigned over the Watergate scandal, died in Rancho Mirage, California, at age 93.

In 2007, On Days of our Lives, Alice (Frances Reid) remembered Tom (Macdonald Carey) at Christmas. In the final scene ever taped by Reid, she hugged a picture of her late husband and said, "Merry Christmas, Tom." Carey died in 1994. Reid died in 2010.

In 2007, “Transformers: Animated” began airing on Cartoon Network

In 2008, On General Hospital, Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers) walked Robin (Kimberly McCullough) down the aisle during her wedding to Patrick (Jason Thompson).

In 2001, "Gosford Park" was released by USA Films; Robert Altman (director); Julian Fellowes (screenplay); Eileen Atkins, Bob Balaban, Alan Bates, Charles Dance, Stephen Fry, Michael Gambon, Richard E. Grant, Derek Jacobi, Kelly Macdonald, Helen Mirren, Jeremy Northam, Clive Owen, Ryan Philippe, Maggie Smith, Kristin Scott Thomas, Emily Watson, Camilla Rutherford, Geraldine Somerville, Tom Hollander, Natasha Wightman, James Wilby, Claudie Blakley, Laurence Fox, Trent Ford, Jeremy Swift, Sophie Thompson, Meg Wynn Owen, Adrian Scarborough, Frank Thornton, Ron Webster; Satirical, Black Comedy; Mystery; Live Action

In 2007, "There Will Be Blood" was released by Paramount Vantage / Miramax Films; Paul Thomas Anderson (director/screenplay); Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Kevin J. O'Connor, Ciarán Hinds, Dillon Freasier, Paul F. Tompkins, Jim Downey, David Warshofsky, Barry Del Sherman, Russell Harvard, Sydney McCallister, Colleen Foy, David Willis, Hans Howes; Epic, Period, Drama

In 2008, "Revolutionary Road" was released by Paramount Vantage / DreamWorks Pictures / BBC Films; Sam Mendes (director); Justin Haythe (screenplay); Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Kathy Bates, Michael Shannon, Kathryn Hahn, David Harbour, Richard Easton, Dylan Baker, Zoe Kazan, Jay O. Sanders, Max Casella, Ryan Simpkins, Ty Simpkins, Kristen Connolly, John Behlmann; Romance, Drama

Canada 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “Last Christmas” by Glee Cast peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 2009, 🎄 “December Song (I Dreamed Of Christmas)” by George Michael peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, 🎄 “It Doesn't Often Snow At Christmas” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, 😉 “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen and The Muppets peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Killing In The Name” by Rage Against The Machine peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Stop Crying Your Heart Out” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “You Know Me” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Good Day” by Hayley Warner peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Sweet December” by Short Stack peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Doesn't Mean Anything” by Alicia Keys peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Do” by Gin peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Your Style” by J. Williams Featuring Erakah peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “Being Alone At Christmas” by Miss Montreal peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Geen kerstfeest zonder jou” by Thomas Berge peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Morgen” by Hind peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Too Bright” by Charlene (Meulenberg) peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “I Wish Everyday Could Be Like Christmas” by Idol Allstars 2009 peaked at number 45 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “18 and Life” by Erik Grönwall peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Higher” by Erik Grönwall peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Need You Now” by Agnes peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “What About Now” by Westlife peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “December Song (I Dreamed Of Christmas)” by George Michael peaked at number 63 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Don't Believe You” by P!nk peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Last Man Standing” by Some and Any peaked at number 27 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “Noël avec la Compagnie Créole” by La Compagnie Créole peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, 🎄 “Petit Papa Noël / Minuit, chrétiens” by Tino Rossi peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, 🎄 “Petit Papa Noël [Universal]” by Tino Rossi peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)” by Wyclef Jean Featuring Akon and Lil' Wayne and Introducing Niia peaked at number 17 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Pflaster” by Ich + Ich peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Slow Down Take It Easy” by Da Sign and The Opposite peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “A Natale puoi” by Alicia peaked at number 15 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Angela” by Checco Zalone e I Mitili Ignoti peaked at number 17 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 1 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Empire State Of Mind” by Jay-Z Featuring Alicia Keys peaked at number 3 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Spain 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Se acabaron las lágrimas” by Huecco / Hanna peaked at number 2 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Whatcha Say” by Jason Derulo peaked at number 7 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

Belgium 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Empire State Of Mind” by Jay-Z Featuring Alicia Keys peaked at number 4 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Loaded Gun” by Regi and Tyler and The Creator peaked at number 11 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Shine A Light” by Kelly peaked at number 19 on the Belgium pop singles chart.

Bulgaria 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Obadi Mi Se” by Doni and Chanel peaked at number 3 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Yesterday” by Toni Braxton peaked at number 17 on the Bulgaria pop singles chart.

Ireland 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “December Song (I Dreamed Of Christmas)” by George Michael peaked at number 40 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Killing In The Name” by Rage Against The Machine peaked at number 2 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Starstrukk” by 3OH!3 peaked at number 4 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “The Climb” by Joe McElderry peaked at number 1 on the Ireland pop singles chart.

Germany 2000's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, 🎄 “Christmas” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 35 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, 🎄 “December Song (I Dreamed Of Christmas)” by George Michael peaked at number 37 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Like” by Keri Hilson peaked at number 1 on the Germany pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Last Man Standing” by Some and Any peaked at number 16 on the Germany pop singles chart.