A seemingly light-hearted “Kiss Cam” moment at Coldplay’s July 16, 2025, Boston concert spiraled into a corporate scandal after viewers recognized Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot awkwardly embracing. Speculation of an affair quickly spread online.

Byron, who is married, and Cabot, whose marital history includes ties to another CEO, were placed under public scrutiny. Cabot deleted her social media accounts, while Byron was placed on leave and later resigned. Astronomer confirmed an internal investigation is underway and reaffirmed its commitment to leadership accountability.

The scandal triggered a wave of online reactions, with many questioning company ethics, romantic workplace relationships, and the public fallout. Meanwhile, Byron’s wife, Megan, deactivated her social media amid the storm of attention.

What started as a viral concert clip has become a major PR crisis for the fast-growing tech firm.