To add to this - I have watched the industry over the last decade gradually become more conscious of and less tolerant of "accomplished" assholes. The behavior

To add to this - I have watched the industry over the last decade gradually become more conscious of and less tolerant of "accomplished" assholes. The behavior is still endemic but it feels like we are on the verge of a major shift in attitude in the wake of #MeToo. Over the last year companies, charities, clubs, and other organizations were finally willing to (forced to) deal with toxic behavior and are finding that they can survive just fine without the supposed "rock stars" that were fired and the toxic environments they fostered. So even if you are a Linus Torvalds, it may only be a matter of time before you find yourself sidelined. I will be surprised if Linus's career ends on his own terms.