What was supposed to be a feel-good concert moment turned into viral chaos after Coldplay’s “kiss cam” accidentally outed a suspected workplace affair—and now the internet can’t stop watching.
During Coldplay’s recent show in Boston, a seemingly harmless camera pan became headline news when it landed on Andy Byron, CEO of the tech company Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, his company’s Chief People Officer. The two were caught in an intimate embrace that quickly escalated into a storm of speculation, embarrassment, and apparent fallout.
The Viral Moment That Sparked It All
Footage captured by TikTok user @instaagrace shows Coldplay frontman Chris Martin addressing the audience while the band’s kiss cam roamed the crowd. When the camera zoomed in on Byron and Cabot, the scene took a sharp turn:
“Oh, look at these two,” Martin commented with amusement—before the pair visibly panicked.
Byron, seen with his arms around Cabot, immediately released her, while Cabot covered her face and turned away. Byron ducked down in an attempt to hide, and both quickly scurried out of frame, as if they’d been caught doing something they shouldn’t.
“Oh… what… either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy,” Martin joked—unaware that his words were about to go viral.
The Internet Runs With It
Once the clip hit social media, it exploded. Viewers were quick to connect the dots—especially after it became clear that both individuals work at the same company and have upper-level leadership roles. Multiple reposts of the clip flooded TikTok, Twitter/X, and YouTube. A second angle, shared by @calebu2, confirmed the encounter and their visible discomfort.
As the video gained traction, internet detectives dug into their backgrounds.
Byron has been CEO of Astronomer—a New York-based data platform specializing in AI and analytics—since 2023. Cabot joined the company just nine months ago, according to her LinkedIn profile.
Notably, Cabot recently removed the second surname “Thornby” from her social media accounts, as noted by The Sun. And as if the rumors needed more fuel, a post by @PopBase revealed that Byron’s wife removed his last name from her Facebook profile shortly after the clip went viral.
Was It Just Bad Timing—or Something More?
The nature of their embrace, combined with their reaction when caught on camera, has led many to believe that this wasn’t just an innocent moment between coworkers. While no official statements have been made by Byron, Cabot, or Astronomer, the silence has only fueled speculation.
Reddit threads, Twitter commentary, and TikTok reactions have dissected every second of the clip, with users weighing in on everything from body language to the timing of Cabot’s name change.
“Caught red-handed by Coldplay,” one user quipped.
“Chris Martin said what we were all thinking,” added another.
Office Romances and Public Repercussions
Romantic relationships between executives and employees often raise ethical and HR concerns, especially when power dynamics are involved. As both Byron and Cabot hold high-ranking positions at Astronomer, their rumored relationship could prompt an internal investigation—if it hasn’t already.
In many corporate settings, transparency is required when two employees start a relationship, especially if one directly or indirectly influences the other’s role, promotions, or compensation. While workplace romance isn’t automatically forbidden, secrecy and lack of disclosure often lead to credibility issues and legal scrutiny.
Coldplay: Unwitting Instigators of Chaos
Chris Martin and Coldplay likely had no idea they were about to spark a corporate controversy with a passing joke. The “kiss cam” is typically a lighthearted crowd favorite—but this time, it served as a real-life truth bomb.
And while Coldplay hasn’t commented on the incident, fans are now replaying that one line:
“Either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy…”
Turns out, it might’ve been both.
What’s Next?
So far, neither Byron nor Cabot has issued a statement, and Astronomer has not responded publicly to the situation. But with the clip still making the rounds and digital sleuths watching every move, it’s likely that internal damage control is already underway.
Whether it’s a misunderstanding, an ill-timed hug, or something more serious, one thing is clear: Coldplay’s concert gave the tech world a front-row seat to the most unexpected “kiss cam” reveal of the year.
And the internet? It’s eating it up.