1. Super Bowl LVIII featuring Usher

Date: February 11, 2024

OMG. Usher dazzles with an electrifying halftime performance as the Kansas City Chiefs clinch a back-to-back Super Bowl victory.

2. Jon Stewart returns to the Daily Show

Date: February 12, 2024

Jon Stewart returns to host "The Daily Show," rejuvenating the program and delighting long-time fans.

3. Dune: Part 2

Date: February 28, 2024

The epic continuation of Frank Herbert’s saga premieres, wowing audiences with stunning visuals and intense storytelling.

4. Oppenheimer dominates the Oscars

Date: March 10, 2024

Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" wins multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, solidifying its cultural impact.

5. Diddy searched

Date: March 25, 2024

Federal authorities search Sean "Diddy" Combs' properties amid allegations of sexual assault and trafficking, leading to charges later in the year.

6. Beyonce - Act II: Cowboy Carter

Date: March 28, 2024

Beyoncé surprises fans with the release of "Act II: Cowboy Carter," blending country influences with her signature style.

8. The Tom Brady Roast

Date: May 5, 2024

A star-studded roast of Tom Brady delivers unforgettable jokes that, in some cases, went pretty far, lighting up social media.

9. Inside Out 2

Date: June 14, 2024

The sequel to Pixar's beloved "Inside Out" brings audiences back into Riley's mind, sparking discussions about mental health and nostalgia.

10. Presidential Debate: Biden vs. Trump

Date: June 27, 2024

The first Biden-Trump debate of the election cycle becomes a fiery exchange, but it’s Joe Biden’s performance that sparks the most conversation–not just amongst Republicans, but internally amongst Democrats. The poor debate performance would ultimately lead to Biden dropping out of the race for the presidency.

11. Trump Assassination Attempt

Date: July 13, 2024

A foiled assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a campaign event shocks the nation, igniting debates about security. This would be the first of two assasination attempts on Trump in a matter of months, with a second happening while he was golfing.

12. UEFA Euro 2024 Championship

Date: July 14, 2024

Spain claims the championship after a nail-biting finale against England, thrilling football fans worldwide.

13. Joe Biden Steps Down as Presidential Nominee

Date: July 21, 2024

President Biden announces his withdrawal from the race, paving the way for Kamala Harris to take the lead as the Democratic nominee.

14. Deadpool & Wolverine releases

Date: July 26, 2024

Fans flock to theaters for the highly anticipated crossover film, which breaks opening-weekend records.

15. 2024 Paris Olympics

Date: July 26-August 11, 2024

The Summer Olympics in Paris enthralls viewers, with standout performances and breathtaking ceremonies along the Seine. And a breakdancer steals the show.

16. Kamala Harris named Democratic Nominee

Date: August 5, 2024

Kamala Harris becomes the first Black and South Asian woman to secure the Democratic nomination for U.S. president.

17. The Penguin releases

Date: September 19, 2024

HBO's highly anticipated series, "The Penguin," debuts, giving fans a deep dive into Gotham's infamous crime boss.

18. Hezbollah leader killed

Date: September 27, 2024

Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah's long-time leader, is killed in an Israeli airstrike, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

19. Liam Payne's death

Date: October 16, 2024

Former One Direction member Liam Payne passes away, with fans worldwide mourning the loss and sharing tributes online.

20. Joe Rogan x Donald Trump interview

Date: October 25, 2024

A candid and controversial interview between Joe Rogan and Donald Trump breaks viewership records across multiple platforms.

21. Bronny x LeBron

Date: October 22, 2024

LeBron and Bronny James make history as the first father-son duo to play in an NBA game together.

22. Election Day (USA)

Date: November 5, 2024

The 2024 U.S. presidential election sees Kamala Harris face off against Donald Trump, with Trump ultimately winning in a landslide.

23. Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson

Date: November 15, 2024

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson face off in a much-hyped boxing match that sparks endless memes. Overall, it was terrible.

24. Gladiator 2 release date

Date: November 22, 2024

As of writing this, Gladiator 2 is almost here. And what a cast! Directed by Ridley Scott, it serves as a sequel to Gladiator (2000), and will no doubt be one of the biggest movies of 2024.

25. Wicked releases

Date: November 22, 2024

Another highly anticipated release, this is sure to do well at the box office. This December is going to be full of big releases.

And that's a wrap!

Those were the most notable events that happened in 2024.

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