Astronomer CEO Andy Byron has found himself at the center of viral controversy after an apparent romantic moment with the company’s Chief People Officer, Kristin Cabot, was captured during a Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium.
A video from the event began circulating online Thursday, showing Byron and Cabot embracing during the concert’s “kiss cam” segment. The footage quickly went viral, sparking widespread speculation about an alleged workplace affair—especially since Byron is reportedly married.
Viral Moment at Coldplay Show
The now-viral clip shows Coldplay frontman Chris Martin engaging with fans during the concert when the camera lands on Byron and Cabot. The two were seen close together, with Byron’s arm around Cabot. Reacting to the moment, Martin quipped, “Oh look at these two,” prompting laughter from the crowd.
Moments later, both appeared visibly startled—Byron ducked behind a barrier, while Cabot covered her face. Martin added, “Oh what… either they’re having an affair or they’re very shy,” drawing more laughs from the audience and fueling further speculation online.
Who Is Andy Byron?
Andy Byron has served as CEO of Astronomer, a private data infrastructure startup, since July 2023. According to his LinkedIn profile, he resides in Northborough, Massachusetts, with his wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron. The couple, both 50, have two children together.
Astronomer gained “unicorn” status in 2022, with a valuation exceeding $1 billion, and recently moved its headquarters to New York City.
Before joining Astronomer, Byron held senior leadership roles at several tech firms:
- President, Lacework (2019–2022)
- Advisor, Lacework (2022–2023)
- Chief Revenue Officer, Cybereason (2017–2019)
- President and COO, Fuze
- Former executive roles at Vericenter and BMC Software
Is the Affair Confirmed?
Neither Byron nor Cabot has publicly commented on the incident or the relationship rumors. However, the video’s circulation on platforms like X and TikTok has led to intense public scrutiny, especially due to Byron’s marital status.
FAQs:
1. Who were the individuals seen on the kiss cam at the Coldplay concert?
They have been identified as Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief People Officer.
2. Is Andy Byron married?
Yes, he is married to Megan Kerrigan Byron, and they have two children.
3. When and where was the Coldplay concert?
Coldplay performed at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on Tuesday and Wednesday.
