Do You Belong In The 00s? Take The Test!
- by Sara Lu
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While the world often looks back on different eras in history like the 1950s and even the 1990s, sometimes the 2000s can get overlooked. This decade ranged from the start of the New Year in 2000 and lasted until December 31, 2009. Just like any other decade in history, there was a distinct difference between the 2000s and the time before or after this decade. From the fashion to the music to the film and television, this was a distinct period that said a lot about what was going on in the world at that time.
Anyone that has lived through that decade knows that there were a number of hugely memorable moments that defined the era. From the start of some of television's most successful series to music artists that came and went with a huge amount of fanfare, the 2000s was a decade that was worthy of being celebrated. It's interesting to look back and see how the celebrities have changed since this time. There are some celebs that were extremely young at that time and there were others that were at the peak of their careers. While many of these celebs are still around today, some of them owe their fame and success to how they were first introduced to the world in the 2000s. Test your knowledge on this noteworthy decade and see how well you remember the 2000s.
What was the name of Paris Hilton's reality show in the early 2000s?
From 2003 to 2007, the hotel heiress, Paris Hilton, was featured on a reality show that put her in situations that she wouldn't normally find herself in for the amusement of the American public. She started off the series with her then-bff, Nicole Richie, but the two wound up having a falling out. People loved seeing her get into mischief with regular folks, even if she made some seriously questionable comments throughout the series. What was the name of Paris Hilton's reality show in the early 2000s?
What was the name of the song?
In 2001, Britney Spears released another album to follow up the success from her two previous studio albums. This self-titled album was a huge hit that solidified her as a major force to be reckoned with in the music industry. While there were a number of singles that became a huge hit with fans, there was one in particular that truly stood out. She famously performed this song on the VMA stage with a giant snake draped over her shoulders. What was the name of the song?
What was the name of the original host of Punk'd?
From 2003 to 2007, MTV featured a reality pranking series that focused on celebrities. Everyone from Justin Timberlake to Taylor Swift had these elaborate pranks pulled on them, to the point where it became a badge of honor to claim that they'd been "Punk'd." While the series started up again to include a revolving number of different hosts, nothing could quite compare to the original. The series put a new spin on beloved shows like Candid Camera and people still talk about some of the hilarious pranks that were pulled on beloved celebrities. What was the name of the original host of Punk'd?
What was the name of this social networking site from the early 2000s?
Prior to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat, there was another social networking site that was huge between 2005 to 2008. People were able to copy code onto their page to completely customize their backgrounds and post photos in a way that further showcased their personalities. Yet, the code copying and the way the "friending" worked wasn't exactly user-friendly and the site was quickly deemed obsolete once Facebook took its place as most visited social networking site. What was the name of this social networking site from the early 2000s?
Who was the very first winner of Season 1 of Survivor?
On May 31, 2000, CBS premiered a reality competition series that combined the harsh aspects of survival living with the social aspect of a reality series. Survivor was a huge success with fans and has continued to capture new fans with each new season. The series has tried to reinvent themselves over the years, including different themes in the contestants and even bringing back some of the favorite characters from previous seasons. Who was the very first winner of Season 1 of Survivor?
What was the gift?
After the huge success of the debut studio album of Britney Spears, there were huge expectations for her follow-up album. The Oops!... I Did It Again album was released in 2000 and it proved that she wasn't just another one-hit wonder. The lead song from the album featured Britney in a red leather one-piece and the video showcased a space environment. While the song was a huge hit with fans, there was an interesting portion of it where she was having a conversation with a man giving her a gift. What was the gift?
What was the name of the song that this phrase originated from?
While there are some music artists that were hugely popular in the 2000s and managed to hang on to their fame by today's standards, there are others that started out on a high note and have completely fizzled out. Andre 3000 is a great example of this since he became a household name as part of the hip hop duo, OutKast. The group released a hit album, The Love Below, in 2003, which gave rise to a popular catchphrase, "Shake it like a Polaroid picture." What was the name of the song that this phrase originated from?
What was the name he gave the volleyball?
There aren't many actors that have the ability to captivate audiences solely with their own performances but that is exactly what Tom Hanks did in the 2000 film, Cast Away. He played the role of a FedEx employee that finds himself on a deserted island. The majority of the film only included Tom Hanks on the island and he basically had to carry the film all by himself. Yet, he did spend quite a lot of time talking to a volleyball. What was the name he called the volleyball?
Who was she married to while this series aired from 2003 to 2005?
In the early 2000s, Britney Spears wasn't the only pop star to emerge in the music industry. Jessica Simpson had a number of ballads that made her standout from the rest and people couldn't help but remark on her outstanding beauty. Yet, the world truly fell in love with her once she was featured on a reality series with her then-husband. It showed a different and more relatable side to this pop singer and ultimately helped with her professional career. Who was she married to while this series aired from 2003 to 2005?
Who was the actor that played Noah Calhoun?
In 2004, one of the most romantic films of all time hit theaters. The Notebook was based on the best-selling novel by the same name and told the story of two young sweethearts that fell in love in the 1940s. The story of their love is told by a man in a nursing home to a woman suffering from dementia. The love triangle story features a man of incredible means coming from a great family and another man that the woman once had a tumultuous relationship with before moving away. The film instantly made a heartthrob out of the lead character, Noah Calhoun. Who was the actor that played Noah Calhoun?
What was the name of the star of Mean Girls?
In 2004, Mean Girls hit theaters and people were instantly hooked by the storyline regarding the tumultuous times of a young girl in high school. There were a number of noteworthy actresses in the film, including Lizzy Caplan and Rachel McAdams. Amanda Seyfried made her debut as a film actress and there were a number of lines from the film that became instant catchphrases during that time. Yet, the main star of the film was the real showcase of the movie since she was transitioning from her persona as a child actress. What was the name of the star of Mean Girls?
What was the name of Gabrielle Union's character's team?
When the 2000 film, Bring It On, was released, it was considered a box office success but no one could have guessed how popular the film would become. It spawned a series of sequels and has a cult following for the original film. Kirsten Dunst starred as a San Diego high school student newly elected to become the team captain of their cheerleading squad. Yet, she later learns that the only reason why the team had won five national cheerleading titles was because they were stealing routines from another high school. Gabrielle Union starred as the opposing team captain. What was the name of Gabrielle Union's character's team?
What was the song that featured Ben Affleck in the music video?
Jennifer Lopez released a number of back-to-back albums after her debut studio album, On the 6. She was solidifying herself in the music industry after her huge success on the silver screen starring as the late Quintanilla-Perez. Her fourth studio album, This Is Me... Then, featured a song that had a music video showcasing snippets from her personal life. At the time, she was engaged to Ben Affleck and fans got to see them as a couple in one of her music videos. What was the song that featured Ben Affleck in the music video?
What was the brand of tuna she was eating?
While the public was used to seeing Jessica Simpson dolled up in her music videos and on the red carpet, her reality series showed a completely different side to her. The reality series, Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica, showed the casual home life of her and her boy band husband. Yet, the series also showed that Jessica wasn't exactly the brightest crayon in the box. During one episode, Jessica was sitting down eating some tuna when she became confused as to whether or not it was chicken. What was the brand of tuna she was eating?
What was the name of the character that Russell Crowe played?
While Russell Crowe had appeared in a number of different film roles prior to his appearance in the 2000 film, Gladiator, this was the role that people truly remembered him for because of the success of the film. Women all over the world fell in love with Crowe as the Roman general that climbed the ranks of the gladiatorial arena in order to avenge the murder of his family. There were a number of memorable quotes taken from the film, with many remembering that moment when Crowe's character was able to confront Commodus for the first time. What was the name of the character that Russell Crowe played?
What was the name of the character Miley Cyrus became famous for in the early 2000s?
With Miley Cyrus going through a number of evolutions as a music artist, it can be hard to recall what she was like prior to the infamous "foam finger" incident with Robin Thicke. She has since changed her public persona and says that she has changed her taste in music to no longer really embrace hip hop. Nowadays, she has much more of a Bohemian look and the music she releases is far different as well. Yet, in the early 2000s, she was introduced on the Disney Channel through a different name because of the hugely popular character she portrayed on television. What was the name of the character Miley Cyrus became famous for in the early 2000s?
What was the name of the Disney Show that started it all?
Hilary Duff may be known now as a pop star and an actress but back in the early 2000s, she was just another Disney Channel kid trying to make a name for herself. She was the lead character in a comedy series that ran from 2001 to 2004, which later led to a number of different projects through the Disney Channel. She parlayed this success into a music career and also found herself on the big screen. What was the name of the Disney Show that started it all?
What was the brand that all of the celebrities sought out for their velour sweatsuits in the 2000s?
They say that the world of fashion is really just a revolving door of the same old trends that keep going in and out of style. From bellbottom jeans in the 1970s to the neon colors of the 1980s, it seems like everything has come back around in the world of fashion. Yet, the velour sweatsuits from the early 2000s weren't exactly the best look and people are hoping that celebrities won't ever think that this will be the right look to wear while they're out and about. What was the brand that all of the celebrities sought out for their velour sweatsuits in the 2000s?
What was the name of the reality series that The Hills was a spin-off of in the 2000s?
Long before the world wanted to "Keep up with the Kardashians," they were hooked on the cast of The Hills. Lauren Conrad was embarking on a career in the fashion industry and everyone just wanted to see her finally get her "happily ever after." Yet, this wasn't the first look that the public got on Lauren Conrad since she was first introduced through a different reality series that ran from 2004 to 2006. She was the underdog in that series and it was Kristin Cavallari that was the main star. What was the name of the reality series that The Hills was a spin-off of in the 2000s?
What was the coronation song by Kelly Clarkson in Season 1 of American Idol?
While there has been a number of reality singing competitions over the years, there was something truly special about American Idol. The first season of the series premiered in 2002 and gave rise to one of the show's most successful winners throughout the entirety of the show. Kelly Clarkson seemed to dominate every performance and proved that she had the vocal ability to master any genre. The moment that she won the series was extremely emotional and she was barely able to get through it. What was the coronation song by Kelly Clarkson in Season 1 of American Idol?
What was the name of this song released in 2002?
In the 2000s, there were a number of upcoming artists in the pop genre, with all of them competing against one another. Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Jessica Simpson were all releasing music to cater to the same demographic. As they all matured, they all strived to shed their earlier personas as young Disney kids. Jessica Simpson went on to marry and Britney Spears came out with the infamous "I'm A Slave 4 U" single. Christina Aguilera also tried to shed her former persona and there was one song that really had people taking notice of her sex appeal. What was the name of this song released in 2002?
What is the name of the record label 50 Cent founded in 2003?
When 50 Cent rose to fame through his debut major-label album, Get Rich Or Die Tryin', the public had high hopes for him being under the tutelage of Eminem and Dr. Dre. This album featured some truly memorable hit singles and solidified him as a commercial success in the rap world. In 2003, he branched out and founded his own label and took on a number of other rappers under his wing. What is the name of the record label 50 Cent founded in 2003?
What was the role that Idris Elba played in The Wire?
While there has been a number of crime dramas on television, but there was something truly special about the HBO series, The Wire. The series ran from 2002 to 2008 and focused on different institutions within Baltimore in relation to law enforcement. People couldn't help but get caught up in the characters and storylines and the popularity of the series helped spawn the careers of a number of actors. Michael B. Jordan portrayed one of the young drug dealers, Seth Gilliam portrayed one of the main police officers and Michael K. Williams played a ruthless assassin that so happened to be gay. What was the role that Idris Elba played in the series?
What was the name of this hit song from their album, Survivor?
In 2001, Destiny's Child released their third studio album. They had already received a huge amount of fame and accolades through their previous hits like "Say My Name" and "Bills, Bills, Bills" so there were high expectations for this third album. The album proved to be another success for the girl group and featured one hit song that added a brand new word to the English dictionary. The music video featured Stevie Nicks because it sampled one of her 1981 songs. What was the name of this hit song from their album, Survivor?
What was the name of the female host of TRL during the early 2000s that went on to become a prominent actress?
From 1998 to 2008, MTV ran a series called Total Request Live (TRL). The show featured music videos and had celebrities from the both the entertainment and music industry. Carson Daley was the original host to the show but left the series in 2003 to host his own talk show. Yet, he wasn't the only success story to come out of TRL. One of the female hosts that was part of the revolving door of hosts became hugely popular in the series and was even featured in Season 6 of Sex and the City. What was the name of the female host of TRL during the early 2000s that went on to become a prominent actress?
What was the superhero that was depicted on her underwear in this iconic scene?
In 2000, Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore and Lucy Liu starred in the remake of Charlie's Angels on the big screen. The film was a huge success as a great mix of comedy and action but the real draw was all of the scantily clad ensembles the girls wore throughout the film. In one of the most memorable scenes in the film, Cameron Diaz could be seen dancing around in her underwear. What was the superhero that was depicted on her underwear in this iconic scene?
What was the film role that finally earned Roberts an Oscar?
Julia Roberts is thought of as one of the most beloved actresses in Hollywood, with a number of hugely successful roles under her belt. From Pretty Woman to Steel Magnolias, it's not surprising that she's considered one of America's Sweethearts. Yet, it is a tad surprising that she's only won the Academy Award for Best Actress a single time. In 2001, she took home Best Actress at the Academy Awards. What was the film role that finally earned Roberts an Oscar?
What was the name of this girl group?
In 2002, Sean "Diddy" Combs was the driving force behind a new reality competition series on MTV, Making the Band. He had the hopes of finding the next big music group that he could catapult into stardom and had a great deal of success through the series. Yet, the most memorable of all the seasons was in Making the Band 3 which premiered in 2004. His goal was to focus on creating the next big girl group and he succeeded in finding a diverse group of girls that he ultimately helped in becoming a recording group. What was the name of this girl group?
What was the name of the film these two starred in together in 2001?
Oftentimes, it seems like Hollywood picks and chooses which A-list actors they are going to put into a film and it's rare for two big names to pair up on the big screen. When there are big romantic films, it's often just one big name and a lesser known name hoping to allow their star to climb a bit higher. Yet, that wasn't the case in 2001. Brad Pitt had already solidified himself as a heartthrob actor and had a number of hugely successful roles under his belt, while Julia Roberts had long since been thought of as America's Sweetheart. What was the name of the film these two starred in together in 2001?
What was the name of her debut studio album released in 2001?
In 2001, Alicia Keys released her debut studio album, which became a huge success. While there have been a number of artists that have come before her that have implemented classical stylings into their music, there was something truly special about this hip hop twist combining her talents as a classically trained pianist. The album was a huge success in regards to sales and accolades she received and it also contained some of the songs that she later went on to win Grammy Awards for in 2002. What was the name of her debut studio album released in 2001?
What is the name of the actress that got her start on this show and went on to become a huge Hollywood A-lister?
From 2007 to 2009, TBS featured a sitcom that focused on a suburban man working as a family counselor. It was a family comedy that starred the comedian, Bill Engvall, and was entitled, The Bill Engvall Show. While it was enough to garner a fan base for two years, it wasn't enough to captivate fans for a full-on run. Yet, it did help a budding actress get a bit of experience honing her craft. What is the name of the actress that got her start on this show and went on to become a huge Hollywood A-lister?
Where was Aaliyah's fatal plane crash?
At an extremely young age, it became clear that Aaliyah was destined to become a huge star. Her debut studio album, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number, was a huge hit with the public and she later evolved to become more than just a singer in baggy pants. Her second album showcased her ability to evolve her music and see talent in others, working with unknown record producers Timbaland and Missy Elliott. She was already starting to show promise as an actress, when her life was cut short in a tragic plane accident in 2001. Where was Aaliyah's fatal plane crash?
What was the name of the album Shaggy released in 2000?
Although the Jamaican-American singer, Shaggy, had released four other albums prior to 2000, it was his fifth album that was truly special in regards to his commercial success. The album featured a number of hit singles that became a major soundtrack to the summer of 2000. With hits like "Luv Me, Luv Me" and "Angel," people thought of Shaggy as more than just a Jamaican singer. Yet, the biggest hit by far was "It Wasn't Me." What was the name of the album Shaggy released in 2000?
What was the name of her first album?
In the early 2000s, Amy Winehouse was making a name for herself as the English singer/songwriter with a voice that reminded the public of the iconic sounds of past performers. With a mix of rhythm, blues and neo soul, Amy Winehouse was a force to be reckoned with when her first studio album debuted in 2003. There was quite a lot of controversy surrounding her success and her Grammy wins because of the rumors of her drug use. Yet, that didn't take away from how much her public adored her or the heartbreak after her death. What was the name of her first album?
What was the name of the female rapper that was featured on the track?
For the film, Moulin Rouge!, there were a few songs on the soundtrack that fans took notice of but none that received the huge amount of success as "Lady Marmalade." As if the amazing talent and vocal ability wasn't enough, the music artists appeared in a corresponding music video that went along with the Moulin Rouge! burlesque theme. Mya, Pink, Christina Aguilera and one female rapper were featured in this 2001 released single. While many people criticized Aguilera's afro hairstyle and overdone makeup in the video, they couldn't deny that her vocals were the best on the single. What was the name of the female rapper that was featured on the track?