Andrew Cabot’s Overseas Trip Coincides with Wife’s Public Affair

Privateer Rum CEO Andrew Cabot was on a business trip in Japan when his wife, Kristin Cabot, was seen with Astronomer CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert in Boston. According to a report by the New York Post, the incident occurred while Andrew was away, leaving him and his family shocked by the public revelation. The video of Kristin and Andy on the kiss cam quickly went viral, adding to the scandal’s visibility.

Family Shocked by Kristin’s Actions

The report highlights that Andrew and his affluent family were completely blindsided by Kristin’s actions. An unnamed source mentioned that the couple had been experiencing marital issues for several months, despite publicly displaying affection as recently as a month ago. This revelation contradicts their recent purchase of a $2.2 million mansion in Rye, New Hampshire, suggesting that their relationship appeared stable until the scandal broke.

Historical Context of Andrew Cabot’s Family

Andrew Cabot is a descendant of the prestigious Cabot family, part of America’s elite “Boston Brahmins.” This term, coined by Oliver Wendell Holmes in 1861, refers to Boston’s upper-class families. The Cabots are known for their Anglo-Saxon Protestant heritage and have long been considered part of New England’s social elite.

Public Reaction and Resignations Following the Scandal

The Coldplay concert incident drew significant public attention when Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot were caught on camera. Their frantic attempts to hide led Coldplay’s Chris Martin to humorously speculate about their relationship. As the controversy grew, both Byron and Kristin resigned from their respective positions at Astronomer.