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Kiss Cam Catches Couple in Apparent Tryst at Coldplay Concert
A seemingly romantic moment turned awkward at a recent Coldplay concert when the kiss cam landed on a couple who reacted in a way that suggested their relationship might be more complicated than it appeared. Andy Byron, CEO of data-infrastructure company Astronomer Inc., was seen on camera with Kristin Cabot, the company’s chief of human resources.
The problem? Byron is married—just not to Cabot.
As singer Chris Martin zoomed in on the pair, Byron quickly ducked out of the frame while Cabot covered her face and fled the scene. Martin quipped, “Wait, what?
Either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy.” The incident quickly went viral after a concertgoer, Grace Springer, posted the clip on TikTok.
The internet exploded with memes, jokes, and even merchandise referencing the awkward encounter. Some poked fun at the couple’s panicked reaction, while others sympathized with their respective partners. One popular meme reimagined the couple as figures in Edvard Munch’s “The Scream.”
The fallout continued as a fake apology statement attributed to Byron circulated online. Astronomer Inc. then issued a statement confirming an investigation into the matter, adding that its leaders are “expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability.”
Meanwhile, Byron’s wife, Megan, reportedly removed “Byron” from her Facebook profile before deactivating her account entirely. The incident has certainly generated significant buzz, proving that sometimes the most memorable moments at a concert happen offstage.