The two were very close – Gandolfini was in fact the godfather of Kobold’s young daughter. His unexpected death at the age of 51 is a devastating blow in both personal and professional senses.

it was the third random but crucial encounter of Kobold's young life and a pivotal moment in the history of Kobold Watch. Because not only does Gandolfini not talk to journalists, he also doesn't ...

As I explained at length in The Kathmandu Backstory: Michael Kobold And Sir Ranulph Fiennes On Conquering Everest, Being Loyal, And Literally Exercising Gratitude, Kobold Expedition Tools ...