CEO and HR Chief Caught in Viral Coldplay Concert Incident

A new video has emerged showing Astronomer’s CEO Andy Byron embracing Kristin Cabot, the company’s HR director, during a Coldplay concert. The footage, captured from the kiss cam, shows the two in a close moment, sparking widespread attention online.

The video features frontman Chris Martin performing up close when the couple was unexpectedly displayed on the kiss cam. Initially smiling, Byron and Cabot quickly appeared uncomfortable, with Cabot covering her face and Byron moving out of view as the crowd reacted.

Andy Byron resigned from his position at Astronomer — Andy Byron resigned from his role following the scandal.

The incident occurred at a concert where both Byron and Cabot, who are married to others, were seen getting cozy. Their reaction to being on the kiss cam—initial smiles turning to alarm—was captured in the viral clip and widely shared, amassing over 2 million views.

One TikTok commenter noted, “They could have sat quietly—no one would have known,” while another added, “The proof is clear.” The moment prompted swift consequences, with Byron stepping down as CEO amid the controversy.

Kristin Cabot, married to another CEO, has been placed on leave, and Byron also resigned from his company, which is valued at over $1.3 billion. The viral moment has made the scandal a household topic, bringing increased scrutiny to their personal and professional lives.

Kristin Cabot on a concert jumbotron — Kristin Cabot seen on the concert display, stunned by the attention.

Meanwhile, Byron’s wife, Megan, has reportedly secluded herself in their Maine mansion, choosing not to comment publicly. She has also removed her husband’s name from her social media profiles, reverting to her maiden name, Kerrigan.