Timeline Friday 31 December 2004

Events on Friday 31 December 2004 6

• 1998 – 2004 The Wild Thornberrys Voiced Nigel Thornberry in the Nickelodeon animated series The Wild Thornberrys, bringing the eccentric British wildlife documentarian to life with his distinctive voice. The role introduced him to a new generation of young fans and became one of the internet's earliest meme sensations.
• 2001 – 2004 Veganism and Animal Rights Became a prominent campaigner for veganism and animal rights, linking these causes to his broader philosophy of non-violence and social justice.
• 2004 2004: Michael Schumacher Ferrari Schumacher won his seventh and final title with 13 victories from 18 races, setting records that many believed would never be broken.
• 2004 Library of Congress Living Legend Awarded the Library of Congress Living Legend Medal for her contributions to the cultural heritage of the United States.
• 2004 My Life as Me Published his autobiography My Life as Me, offering a candid account of his early life, his battle with alcoholism, and the creation of his famous characters.
• 2004 National Medal of Science Received the National Medal of Science from President George W. Bush, the highest honour bestowed by the United States government on scientists.