Huge difference in being known by 20,000 or even 200,000 people verses 2 or 20 million people. Think about it, Not a second of your day could be spent without someone grabbing your arm, Expecting something.

I've seen Tony at non Nascar events, He gates off his pit and doesn't want to be bothered. After the races when he doesn't need to be focused, He makes time.
I haven't met a driver yet who isn't focused and could be taken for "A JERK" at times when his mind is on Winning vs everyone wanting something..

Millions of Charity dollars, Hundreds of Jobs created by this "JERK" And lots of enjoyment at a track that might not have made it after Earl???

Tony, Just keep being who you are!

Chuck