Step Back to 2000 – Free Printable 'Born in 2000' Sheet

The year 2000 marked the start of a new millennium — but it was also a time of big headlines. The UK was stunned by the conviction of serial killer Harold Shipman, while the music world mourned the sudden death of Kirsty MacColl. On the sporting stage, Steve Redgrave cemented his place in Olympic history by winning his fifth consecutive gold medal. Television audiences tuned in as Judith Keppell became the first contestant to win £1 million on *Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?*, and comedy fans said goodbye to the beloved sitcom *One Foot in the Grave* with its final episode.

Meanwhile, home entertainment shifted as DVD sales boomed, replacing VHS tapes in living rooms everywhere. Globally, the dot-com bubble burst, shaking the technology and financial worlds.

This free A4 printable captures the spirit of 2000 with highlights from music, sports, culture, and everyday life. Download, print, and enjoy a look back at the year that launched the 21st century.

2000 Key Moments

• Crime: Harold Shipman, one of the UK’s most notorious serial killers, is convicted.
• Music: Singer Kirsty MacColl dies tragically in a boating accident in Mexico.
• Sport: Steve Redgrave wins his fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal in rowing at Sydney.
• Television: Judith Keppell becomes the first *Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?* £1m winner.
• Comedy: Final episode of *One Foot in the Grave* airs on the BBC.
• Technology: DVD sales take off, rapidly replacing VHS.
• Economy: The dot-com bubble bursts, wiping billions from stock markets worldwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2000 printable free?

Yes — like all our nostalgia and year fact sheets, the 2000 edition is free to download and print.

What can I do with it?

Use it in birthday cards, add it to party decorations, or keep it as a fun memory of the year 2000. Please respect our copyright and don’t resell or claim as your own.

Are more years coming?

Yes — our library of printable nostalgia sheets is expanding to cover every year of the 20th and 21st centuries.