What was meant to be a fun night at a Coldplay concert has now turned into a full-blown corporate scandal.

During a recent performance at Gillette Stadium, Coldplay’s iconic “kiss cam” unexpectedly spotlighted Andy Byron, CEO of the tech company Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, the firm’s Chief People Officer. The moment quickly went viral—not because it was sweet, but because both are reportedly married to other people.

As the camera zoomed in on them during a romantic moment, Byron and Cabot were visibly startled. Cabot tried to cover her face with her hands, while Byron ducked behind the barrier in front of them. Their body language sent the crowd into a mix of laughter and confusion—some even shouting in disbelief.

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin reacted on stage with a quip that only intensified the viral moment:
“Either they’re having an affair… or they’re just really shy.”

Viral Chaos Erupts

It didn’t take long for the internet to uncover the identities of the startled couple. TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) were flooded with video clips of the moment, while users began sleuthing and found corporate bios, wedding photos, and even a LinkedIn name change.

What caught even more attention? Reports that Byron’s wife removed his last name from her social media profiles shortly after the video started trending—and later deactivated her account entirely.

Backlash Begins

Many are now questioning the professional ethics of Byron and Cabot, especially given their high-ranking roles in a prominent tech firm. The irony wasn’t lost on viewers: Cabot is head of Human Resources, the very department responsible for enforcing employee conduct and ethical standards.

Comments online range from outrage to mockery. One user wrote,
“Not Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot being outed by a Coldplay kiss cam. That HR policy about ‘fraternization’ must be real flexible.”

Meanwhile, others pointed out how embarrassing it is to get caught publicly in a potential affair at one of the most visible venues possible.

Silence from Astronomer

As of now, neither Byron nor Cabot has released a public statement. Byron’s LinkedIn has limited comments, and all Astronomer corporate channels have remained silent. But that hasn’t stopped speculation about what’s going on behind closed doors at the company—and inside both families.

If the rumors are true, Astronomer may soon face questions not just about workplace behavior but about its leadership and internal accountability.

A Bigger Conversation

This viral moment has reignited conversations about power dynamics in the workplace and blurred lines between personal and professional relationships—especially among top-level executives.

Some are calling for investigations, while others simply want an apology. But one thing’s for sure: what started as a playful concert gimmick has turned into a PR nightmare for a major tech company.

And it all started with a kiss cam.