2011 was a pivotal year for "Peak TV," with several legendary series reaching their stride or premiering.
Dirk Nowitzki led them to their first title, defeating the Miami Heat. St. Louis Cardinals Season 42011
Won 3 of 4 Grand Slams (Australian Open, Wimbledon, US Open). Japan (Women's) First Asian team to win a FIFA World Cup, beating the USA. 2011 was a pivotal year for "Peak TV,"
The airwaves were dominated by Adele’s 21 , which became a global juggernaut. - Adele "Party Rock Anthem" - LMFAO "Firework" - Katy Perry "Moves Like Jagger" - Maroon 5 feat. Christina Aguilera Louis Cardinals Won 3 of 4 Grand Slams
: Apple co-founder Steve Jobs passed away at age 56 in October, just as the iPhone 4S launched. Earlier in the year, NASA’s space shuttle program ended with the final landing of Atlantis . Sports: Champions and Lockouts
: On May 2, 2011, U.S. Navy SEALs killed the al-Qaeda leader during a raid in Abbottabad, Pakistan.
: Both the NFL and NBA experienced significant lockouts. While the NFL resolved its dispute without losing games, the NBA season was shortened to 66 games. Entertainment: The Rise of Peak TV