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'Gilmore Girls' -

Fans were introduced to mother and daughter Lorelai and Rory in October 2005 against the cozy backdrop of fictional town Stars Hollow. Twenty years later, the popular TV series with its quirky, loveable cast continues to charm audiences.

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'Clueless' (1995) -

"As if!" this favorite '90s movie turns 30 in 2025! In July 1995, the world was introduced to the film's stars, Alicia Silverstone and Paul Rudd, who have since become household names.

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'Grey's Anatomy' -

The long-running medical drama celebrates its 20th anniversary. 'Grey’s Anatomy' premiered on ABC in March 2005.

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'The Sound of Music' -

This 1965 classic, starring Julie Andrews as Maria, an aspiring nun sent to care for seven motherless children, will celebrate its 60th anniversary since its release.

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'Some Hearts' -

In November, it will mark 20 years since Carrie Underwood released her debut album, 'Some Hearts,' which dropped shortly after the country megastar won season four of American Idol.

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'Saturday Night Live' -

'Saturday Night Live,' or SNL, premiered in October 1975, making this year a monumental anniversary for the beloved sketch comedy TV show. Boasting a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests on February 16, NBC aired a three-hour live broadcast to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary.

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'Big Brother' - This summer, reality TV franchise 'Big Brother' celebrates its 25th anniversary with its 27th season in the US.

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The Grand Ole Opry -

The most iconic and prestigious venue in country music celebrates 100 years since it first opened its doors in Nashville, Tennessee. Throughout 2025, the Opry will honor country legends while also highlighting the genre’s up-and-coming artists.

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'Jaws' (1975) -

Steven Spielberg's big-toothed thriller is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. The film, released in June 1975, is considered a masterpiece and won three Academy Awards. 

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'Survivor' -

'Survivor' is a long-running reality competition show where contestants are stranded in a remote location and must survive with limited resources. Since its May 2000 premiere, 25 years ago, host Jeff Probst has won four Emmys in the category of Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program. 

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YouTube -

On December 15, 2005, the world's biggest video-sharing site was launched. Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion. Twenty years on, YouTube has 2.5 billion monthly active users based all around the world.

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'Oops!... I Did It Again' -

The Britney Spears banger (and album of the same name) celebrated a quarter of a century old this year. Spears dropped the song and album in 2000. Pictured is the star on her 'Oops!... I Did It Again' world tour.

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'Toy Story' (1995) -

Pixar's groundbreaking debut feature, 'Toy Story,' which pioneered CGI animation, will celebrate its 30th anniversary in November. Since its release, the adventures of Woody and Buzz have captivated audiences and spawned a beloved franchise. A fifth film is due to hit theaters in 2026.

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eHarmony -

Online dating website eHarmony launched in 2000. For a quarter of a century, it has been helping couples connect and find love. eHarmony was the first algorithm-based dating site, paving the way for many others to follow. 

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'Back to the Future' (1985) -

Great Scott! 'Back to the Future' came out 40 years ago! The sci-fi film premiered in July 1985, introducing fans to Marty McFly played by Michael J Fox. 

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Coldplay 'Parachutes' -

'Parachutes' is the debut studio album by British rock band Coldplay. It was released on July 10, 2000, making it 25 years old.

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'The Golden Girls' -

This year will mark the 40th anniversary of 'The Golden Girls,' one of the most beloved sitcoms in television history. Premiering on September 14, 1985, the series quickly became a cultural phenomenon, celebrated for its iconic characters played by Beatrice Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty.

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'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975) -

In 1975, Richard O’Brien’s weird and wonderful musical film 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' had everyone jumping to the left and doing the time warp again. Fifty years later, the cult classic is still going strong. 

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'The Breakfast Club' (1985) -

It's the ruby anniversary of 'The Breakfast Club,' the 1985 classic that redefined the coming-of-age genre. Forty years ago, this iconic film brought together five high school students from vastly different backgrounds, united by Saturday detention in their school library.

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'Dora the Explorer' -

One of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time is now a quarter of a century old. 'Dora the Explorer' marks 25 years since its debut on August 14, 2000. 

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'Bridgerton' -

It's been 25 years since author Julia Quinn released the first two books in the 'Bridgerton' series, which would later become one of Netflix's most popular series to date. 'The Duke and I' and 'The Viscount Who Loved Me' were released at the start and end of 2000.

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Elvis Presley -

On January 8, 2025, it would have been the 90th birthday of The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. The American singer, guitarist, and actor tragically died in 1977.

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'American Psycho' (2000) - Twenty-five years ago, a then 26-year-old Christian Bale starred as Patrick Bateman, a banking exec who moonlights as a psychopathic killer, in 'American Psycho' released in April 2000.

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'GoldenEye' (1995) -

Pierce Brosnan took over as James Bond 30 years ago, relaunching the 007 franchise with 1995's 'GoldenEye.' M was also recast, with actress Dame Judi Dench becoming the first woman to portray the character, replacing Robert Brown.

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eBay -

In 1995, founder Pierre Omidyar launched eBay by selling the first item: a broken laser printer. Thirty years later. eBay has grown into a global e-commerce giant, revolutionizing online shopping and connecting millions of buyers and sellers around the world.

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Jane Austen -

December 16 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen. The famous British novelist is responsible for giving us the dashing Mr, Darcy and penning 'Pride and Prejudice,' 'Sense and Sensibility,' 'Mansfield Park,' 'Emma,' 'Northanger Abbey,' and 'Persuasion.'

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Hugh Grant -

In 1995, Hugh Grant (who was dating Elizabeth Hurley at the time) was arrested in Los Angeles after being arrested with a sex worker for "lewd conduct" in a public place. The British actor was in the back of his car in Los Angeles. Thirty years on, he seems to have learned from his mistake! 

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'Born to Run' -

'Born to Run' is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen, released on August 25, 1975, by Columbia Records. It was Springsteen's breakthrough album following the commercial struggles of his first two. 'Born to Run' laid the foundation for 50 years of continued success.

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Venus Williams -

Venus Williams will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her first Wimbledon women's singles final win this year. At just 20 years of age, she lifted the Wimbledon trophy for the first time after defeating Lindsay Davenport in 2000. Williams went on to win the singles title four more times and also secured six Wimbledon doubles titles.

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Microsoft's MSN -

MSN (short for MicroSoft Network) is a web portal and collection of Internet services provided by Microsoft and launched on August 24, 1995, to coincide with the release of Windows 95. This year marks its 30th anniversary.

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See also: Key historical anniversaries in 2025

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