Unexpected Spotlight at Coldplay Concert

A recent Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium in Boston turned into an unexpected viral sensation when a video captured former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR chief Kristin Cabot in a moment of public display of affection. The clip, shared by a concertgoer on TikTok, shows Byron embracing Cabot at a balcony, inadvertently caught in the background while the fan was filming Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin.

Viral Video Gains Traction

The video quickly gained traction online, with the user captioning it, “POV: Trying to get the best of Coldplay, but you end up getting this viral affair as well.” The footage features Chris Martin performing in the foreground while Byron and Cabot are seen in the background during a ‘Jumbotron segment’ that unexpectedly thrust them into the spotlight.

Chris Martin’s On-Stage Commentary

During the live broadcast at the venue, Chris Martin himself commented on the couple’s PDA, saying, “Whoa, look at these two,” as the camera zoomed in on them. The couple appeared startled by the attention, with Cabot shielding her face and Byron quickly ducking away. Martin humorously added, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.”

Consequences for Byron and Cabot

The viral moment led to immediate repercussions for both Byron and Cabot. Astronomer initially placed them on leave and launched an internal investigation. Shortly thereafter, Byron resigned from his position as CEO. Following suit, Cabot also resigned from her role at Astronomer. The company confirmed her departure in a statement to the BBC, with co-founder Pete DeJoy stepping in as interim CEO.

Personal Fallout and Changes

The incident also had personal implications. Megan Kerrigan Byron, Andy Byron’s wife, removed her surname from social media profiles and deleted her Facebook page amid comments about her husband’s alleged affair. She reportedly retreated to a mansion in Maine. Meanwhile, Kristin Cabot’s personal life also drew attention; she divorced Kenneth Thornby in 2022 and is reportedly now married to Andrew Cabot of Privateer Rum.

Property Records Reveal More

According to property records reviewed by The New York Post, Kristin Cabot has shared a Rye, New Hampshire address with Andrew Cabot since at least 2023. This revelation adds another layer to the unfolding story surrounding the former Astronomer executives.