A Coldplay concert in Boston on July 16 went viral when the band’s “Kiss Cam” captured an awkward moment between Astronomer

CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot. As the camera lingered, Byron ducked and Cabot turned away,

prompting frontman Chris Martin to joke, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.”

The moment quickly exploded online. Viewers identified the pair, sparking speculation about a workplace affair—especially

given Byron’s marital status and Cabot’s prominent HR role. TikTok users and Twitter sleuths debated ethics,

power dynamics, and professionalism, with one quipping, “Imagine getting caught by Coldplay.”

Cabot’s 2022 divorce came to light, but her wearing a ring stirred confusion. Meanwhile, Byron’s wife,

Megan Kerrigan Byron, dropped her married name from social media before deactivating her accounts, further fueling rumors.

The scandal also resurfaced past allegations from Byron’s time at Cybereason, where former employees

accused him of fostering a toxic work environment—claims he has denied.

Astronomer has yet to comment. As scrutiny intensifies, critics question the company’s silence and

the possible fallout of an HR leader and CEO being entangled in a scandal that could impact company culture and public trust.