LONDON
The internet is abuzz after Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the firm’s Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot were spotted cuddling on the ‘kiss cam’ during a Coldplay concert — a viral moment that quickly spiraled into a full-blown scandal dubbed “ColdplayGate.”
The viral footage, showing Byron and Cabot in an affectionate moment, triggered widespread speculation about their personal relationship.
While the interaction appeared playful, the fact that Byron is married — to Megan Kerrigan, with whom he shares two children — led to intense public scrutiny and allegations of infidelity.
Complicating matters further, Kristin Cabot, who joined Astronomer as Chief People Officer in 2024, was previously married to Kenneth Thornby, according to unverified reports.
In a new twist, a report by the New York Post revealed that several former employees of Byron have labeled him a “toxic boss.” Text chains and private messages among ex-employees reportedly ridiculed Byron’s public
