A billion-dollar tech CEO's alleged affair with his HR chief was caught on camera during a Coldplay concert, sparking a viral scandal. Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, a software development firm valued at over $1 billion, was seen embracing Kristin Cabot, the company's Chief People Officer, during the concert's "kiss cam" segment. Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin joked about the moment, saying, "Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy."
The incident occurred at Gillette Stadium in Boston, where thousands of fans witnessed the awkward moment. As the camera panned to Byron and Cabot, they panicked and made the situation worse by trying to hide. Byron ducked behind a barrier, while Cabot buried her face in her hands. The video quickly spread on social media, with millions of views and thousands of retweets.
Byron's wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron, reportedly removed his last name from her social media profiles, sparking speculation about their marriage. Neither Byron nor Cabot has publicly commented on the incident, but an alleged apology letter from Byron surfaced online. Astronomer has also remained silent on the matter.
The scandal has raised questions about workplace behavior and internal accountability within the company. Cabot, who joined Astronomer nine months ago, has an extensive HR background and emphasizes building trust with employees at all levels. Her role as Chief People Officer adds irony to the situation, with many users reacting with shock and criticism on social media.
