In a bizarre twist of fate, a Coldplay concert sing-along turned into a resignation scandal for Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, who was caught on the venue’s kiss-cam sharing an intimate moment with a colleague—now identified by some outlets as HR chief Kristin Cabot.
The viral clip, recorded at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts, featured Coldplay frontman Chris Martin improvising lyrics to his “Jumbotron Song” as cameras panned the crowd. That’s when the couple appeared—cuddling and smiling, until sudden camera awareness sparked a dramatic reaction: Cabot gasped and spun away, Byron ducked out of frame, and the internet lit up with speculation.
Byron Resigns Amid Investigation
Astronomer’s board accepted Byron’s resignation Saturday, just a day after launching a formal inquiry into the incident. In its statement, the New York-based tech company stressed its commitment to “conduct and accountability”—suggesting Byron’s actions didn’t align with its leadership standards.
Privacy Meets Public Spectacle
The moment, though filmed in a public space, raised questions about visibility and professionalism. While the stadium’s privacy policy allows for recording audience reactions, the emotional fallout proved far more personal than expected.
As of Friday, both Byron and Cabot’s LinkedIn profiles had gone dark. In the meantime, co-founder Pete DeJoy has stepped in as interim CEO. (ZIA LUNA)
