Coldplay Concert Sparks Scandal
During Coldplay’s July 16, 2025 concert in Boston, Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot were caught on the kiss cam, appearing unusually close. As the jumbotron zoomed in, both executives reacted awkwardly—Byron muttered “f**king hell, it’s me,” while Cabot turned away, saying, “this is awkward.” Chris Martin joked from the stage, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy,” sparking immediate buzz across social media.
Viral Moment Triggers Online Sleuthing
The clip quickly went viral, and internet users began digging into the personal lives of both executives. Andy Byron is married to Megan Kerrigan Byron. Kristin Cabot, on the other hand, had a more complex relationship history. Public records showed she divorced Kenneth Thornby in 2022—but new findings revealed she is now married to Andrew Cabot, CEO of Privateer Rum.
Kristin’s High-Profile Marriage and Family Ties
Andrew Cabot, a Harvard-educated executive, has led his family’s distillery business since 2009. He and Kristin reportedly purchased a $2.2 million home in Rye, New Hampshire, in early 2025. The couple have lived together since at least 2023. Kristin was even photographed attending Andrew’s daughter’s birthday party in May 2024—shared publicly by Andrew’s ex-wife, Maud Cabot.
Social Media Goes Dark
In the aftermath, Kristin Cabot deactivated all of her social media accounts. Andy Byron’s wife, Megan, also removed “Byron” from her Facebook name and took down her Instagram. Neither Byron nor Cabot has made a public statement, which has only fueled speculation and inspired memes, jokes, and commentary online.
Company Reacts with Leave and Investigation
Astronomer responded by placing Andy Byron on leave and appointing cofounder Pete DeJoy as interim CEO. The company released a statement emphasizing its expectations for leadership conduct and confirmed that a formal internal investigation is underway.
Public Reaction and Irony
As the scandal unfolded, a 2023 press release in which Byron praised Cabot’s leadership and ethics resurfaced—drawing ironic reactions. Online users have ridiculed the situation, especially the fact that the alleged affair was exposed at a Coldplay concert during the song “Fix You.” What began as a playful concert moment has become a corporate and personal crisis under the unforgiving lens of the internet.
