2000s Celebrities
This actor, known for his role as Tony Stark, was a major box office draw in the 2000s before launching the "Iron Man" franchise.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
This video-sharing website, founded in 2005, revolutionized how we consume content online, leading to viral videos and the rise of online stars.
What is YouTube?
In 2007, this animated film told the story of a rat aspiring to be a chef in Paris, with a little help from his rat friends.
What is "Ratatouille?"
This chunky footwear brand became a sensation in the early 2000s, known for its clunky, brightly-colored shoes
What are Crocs?
This song by Shakira, with its famous hip-shaking chorus, became a worldwide hit in 2006.
What is "Hips Don't Lie?"
This actress became a tabloid sensation after her 2007 public breakdown, which included shaving her head and facing a custody battle.
Who is Britney Spears?
This social media platform, which began in 2004, became known for its blue and white design, evolving from a college-networking site to a global phenomenon.
What is Facebook?
This 2001 fantasy film, based on a J.K. Rowling book, introduced us to a magical world of wizards and witches with a boy named Harry.
What is "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone?"
In the 2000s, these pants were popularized by stars like Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, revealing a bit more than just style.
What are low-rise jeans?
Released in 2007, this Rihanna song became an anthem with its infectious rainy chorus.
What is "Umbrella?"
This comedian and talk show host became famous for her daytime TV talk show, which premiered in 2003.
Who is Ellen DeGeneres?
This online retail giant, launched in 1994, grew massively in the 2000s and eventually became the world’s largest online store.
What is Amazon?
This 2004 film, starring Lindsay Lohan, introduced the world to the "plastics" and became a cult favorite, with the phrase "You can’t sit with us!"
What is "Mean Girls?"
This fad, often involving bright neon colors and bracelets made from rubber bands, was a major trend in the early 2000s.
What is the "Friendship Bracelet" trend?
Released as a single in 2009, this song by Taylor Swift was inspired by her high school experience and was a crossover hit in both country and pop charts.
What is "Love Story?"
In 2007, this "Friends" star adopted the title of "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World" from People magazine and began a new era in her career.
Who is Jennifer Aniston?
This Apple product, introduced in 2007, combined a phone, iPod, and internet browser, creating a whole new category of tech devices.
What is the iPhone?
In 2008, this superhero film, directed by Christopher Nolan, featured Heath Ledger’s iconic performance as the Joker.
What is "The Dark Knight?"
This clothing brand, which became iconic in the 2000s, was known for its colorful polo shirts with an embroidered logo of a small horse.
What is Ralph Lauren?
This hit single from Beyoncé's debut solo album in 2003, known for its signature dance moves and iconic "Uh-oh" chorus, became an anthem.
What is "Crazy in Love?"
This "Harry Potter" actor famously struggled with his stutter before achieving worldwide fame in the 2000s as Ron Weasley
Who is Rupert Grint?
This video game console, released by Sony in 2006, became one of the best-selling systems of the 2000s.
What is the PlayStation 3?
Released in 2001, this fantasy film, directed by Peter Jackson, follows Frodo Baggins on a quest to destroy the One Ring.
What is "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?"
The "Ugg" boot, which gained massive popularity in the 2000s, was originally designed in this country.
What is Australia?
In 2003, this band released the chart-topping hit "Hey Ya!" which became one of their most iconic songs.
Who are OutKast?