Salman Rushdie, Richard Dawkins, & More Remember Christopher Hitchens on Twitter

Friends, writers and celebrities are tweeting their respects to the celebrated skeptic and writer. From fellow atheist Richard Dawkins to Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy, The Daily Beast picks the best reflections and memories. Plus, quotes, video, and photos from Hitchens’ brilliant life.

Updated Apr. 24, 2017 12:40PM EDT / Published Dec. 16, 2011 9:01AM EST 

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