It's hard to believe it's been two decades since 2003 but somehow 20 years has passed.
Let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some photos from that year.
Do you spot yourself or someone you know or can you tell us more about the photos?
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9. Winners in South Tyneside
The winners of the Gazette Face of 2003 competition were Tom Wade and Jade Hall. Photo: IB
10. It's Elvis in 2003
Were you in this Elvis scene at South Tyneside Hospital in 2003! Photo: CL
11. Memories from Jarrow
Who do you recognise in this barbecue photo in aid of St Clare's Hospice in 2003? Photo: IB
12. One last mince pie in 2003
Jane Beckett, head teacher at Cleadon Infants CofE School was sharing a mince pie in this 2003 photo. Can you tell us more? Photo: CL