He shouldn't be so humble, he's not that great. The headline and the article were incredibly patronizing. I'd argue his response was undignified, as the implic

He shouldn't be so humble, he's not that great. The headline and the article were incredibly patronizing. I'd argue his response was undignified, as the implication is that due to his privilege, he might have otherwise earned his success if only he had in fact finished his degree. It was a smug gesture that betrays the legitimacy of every other person who has also succeeded without one. The phrase "unctuous git," sprung to mind. Good on him for succeeding, and one hopes he isn't just being elevated because he can be relied upon to toe the party line, but as someone with a similar background, Tankus is not representative.