Christopher Hitchens has passed away. I have been affected by him and his philosophy. I might not subscribe 100% to his opinions but it is his suave, unapologetic nature and refusal to back down in debate have had an impression on me.

Tough to find somebody with his kind of intellect. Personally speaking, the biggest loss of the year. And there have been so many.

Here are some of his videos from Vanity Fair.