CEO’S WIFE FILES FOR DIVORCE AFTER SEEING KISS CAM VIDEO— CEO’S MISTRESS CONFIRMED PREGNANT
The Coldplay concert scandal just exploded—Kristin Cabot, CEO Andy Byron’s alleged mistress, is pregnant.
Sources spotted her entering a private maternity clinic with a man resembling Byron.
With divorce papers looming, the affair’s timeline is under fire—and so is Byron’s future.
CEO’S WIFE FILES FOR DIVORCE AFTER KISS CAM VIDEO—CEO’S MISTRESS CONFIRMED PREGNANT
A seemingly lighthearted moment at a Coldplay concert in Boston’s Gillette Stadium has spiraled into a corporate and personal scandal that has captivated the internet and shaken the tech world. Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, caught on a kiss cam embracing his company’s Chief People Officer, Kristin Cabot, now faces a firestorm of controversy. The viral video, which spread like wildfire across social media, has led to shocking developments: Byron’s wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron, has reportedly filed for divorce, and sources claim Cabot is pregnant, with speculation pointing to Byron as the father. This unfolding drama has raised questions about corporate accountability, personal indiscretions, and the consequences of public exposure in the digital age.
The Kiss Cam Moment That Changed Everything
On July 16, 2025, during Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres” tour stop at Gillette Stadium, frontman Chris Martin engaged the crowd with his signature “Jumbotron Song,” a playful improvisation where the camera pans to audience members displayed on the stadium’s giant screens. As the camera landed on a couple locked in an intimate embrace, Martin quipped, “Oh, look at these two… either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.” The crowd laughed, but the mood shifted as the couple—later identified as Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot—frantically tried to hide. Byron ducked behind a barrier, while Cabot covered her face with her hands, their reactions fueling speculation of impropriety.
The clip, posted by concertgoer Grace Springer on TikTok, exploded online, amassing over 30 million views within days. Internet sleuths quickly identified the pair as executives at Astronomer, a New York-based data orchestration startup valued at over $1 billion. Byron, married with two children, and Cabot, recently divorced, became the center of what social media dubbed “Coldplaygate.” The video’s virality was amplified by Martin’s offhand comment, which seemed to confirm suspicions of an affair. As one X user wrote, “Taking the side chick to a Coldplay concert and getting exposed by the band itself is crazy work.”
Divorce Papers and a Shattered Family
The fallout was swift and brutal for Byron’s personal life. Megan Kerrigan Byron, an educator and Associate Director at Bancroft School, reportedly removed her husband’s surname from her Facebook profile before deactivating her account entirely. Sources close to the family, cited by the Daily Mail, confirm that Megan has filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences stemming from the public humiliation of the kiss cam incident. Her social media presence, once filled with family photos from graduations and nature hikes, has been erased, signaling the depth of her distress. “No woman deserves to wake up to that kind of news,” one commenter wrote on X, reflecting widespread sympathy for Megan.
Byron, who has been married to Megan for over a decade and shares two children with her, has not publicly addressed the divorce filing. The couple’s once-stable family life, documented in now-deleted social media posts, has been upended by the scandal. Public reaction has been harsh, with many on X condemning Byron’s actions. “I hope his wife divorces him and takes him for everything he has,” one user posted, encapsulating the outrage directed at the CEO.
Kristin Cabot’s Pregnancy Sparks Further Speculation
Adding fuel to the fire, recent reports claim that Kristin Cabot, Astronomer’s Chief People Officer, is pregnant. Sources spotted her entering a private maternity clinic in New York City, accompanied by a man resembling Byron. While neither Cabot nor Byron has confirmed the pregnancy or the identity of the father, the timing has intensified scrutiny of their relationship. Social media is abuzz with speculation about the affair’s timeline, with some suggesting it predates Cabot’s appointment at Astronomer in November 2024.
Cabot, previously married to Kenneth Thornby until their divorce was finalized in 2022, joined Astronomer with high praise from Byron, who lauded her “exceptional leadership” and “passion for fostering collaborative workplaces.” Her LinkedIn post announcing her role, which described her excitement about working with Byron, has resurfaced and been labeled “ironic” by netizens in light of the scandal. The pregnancy news has further complicated her public image, with some accusing her of breaching professional ethics as the company’s HR head. “HR policies will soon be updated,” one X user quipped, highlighting the perceived hypocrisy of a Chief People Officer entangled in a workplace affair.
Corporate Fallout and Byron’s Resignation
The professional repercussions have been equally severe. On July 19, 2025, Astronomer announced that Byron and Cabot were placed on immediate leave pending a formal investigation into their conduct. The company’s board emphasized its commitment to “values and culture,” stating that “our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.” Just one day later, Byron tendered his resignation, which the board accepted. Co-founder Pete DeJoy has stepped in as interim CEO while the company searches for a permanent replacement.
Astronomer has attempted to distance itself from the scandal, clarifying that no other employees were involved in the incident and debunking rumors that Alyssa Stoddard, the Senior Director of People, was present at the concert. The company also refuted a fake statement attributed to Byron that circulated online, which falsely claimed he had apologized to his wife, family, and employees. Despite these efforts, the scandal has tarnished Astronomer’s reputation, with some questioning the company’s workplace culture under Cabot’s leadership.
Public Reaction and the Power of the Internet
The Coldplay kiss cam incident has sparked a broader conversation about privacy, accountability, and the role of social media in exposing personal indiscretions. Charles Lindsey, an associate professor at the University at Buffalo School of Management, noted, “If you’re in a public place, there is absolutely no expectation of privacy.” The rapid identification of Byron and Cabot by internet sleuths underscores the power of digital platforms to amplify private moments into public spectacles.
Social media reactions have ranged from sympathy for Megan Kerrigan Byron to schadenfreude at the expense of Byron and Cabot. Some have criticized Chris Martin for inadvertently amplifying the moment, though others argue he was unaware of the couple’s identities. The incident has even inspired merchandise, with an Etsy seller offering sweatshirts reading, “I Took My Sidepiece To The Coldplay Concert And It Ruined My Life.”
The Affair’s Timeline and Unanswered Questions
The timeline of Byron and Cabot’s alleged affair remains a point of contention. Cabot’s appointment in November 2024, just nine months before the concert, raises questions about when their relationship began. The pregnancy reports have further muddied the waters, with no confirmation on whether Byron is the father or how long the affair has been ongoing. Cabot’s recent divorce and the absence of a wedding ring in concert footage have led some to speculate that her relationship with Byron may have contributed to the end of her marriage to Thornby.
Meanwhile, Byron’s future remains uncertain. His resignation from Astronomer, a company he led to “unicorn” status, marks a significant fall from grace. Industry insiders suggest that the scandal could impact his prospects in the tech sector, where reputation and leadership integrity are paramount. Cabot, too, faces professional scrutiny, with her role as Chief People Officer now under review by Astronomer’s board.
A Cautionary Tale in the Digital Age
The Coldplay concert scandal serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of public behavior in an era where cameras are ubiquitous and social media can turn a fleeting moment into a global spectacle. For Andy Byron, the kiss cam moment has cost him his marriage, his job, and his reputation. For Kristin Cabot, the pregnancy rumors and affair allegations have cast a shadow over her professional achievements. And for Megan Kerrigan Byron, the public exposure of her husband’s infidelity has brought personal devastation.
As the internet continues to dissect “Coldplaygate,” the story underscores the fragility of privacy and the power of collective outrage. Whether Byron and Cabot’s relationship survives the scrutiny—or whether Astronomer can move past the scandal—remains to be seen. For now, the tech world and social media users alike are watching closely, waiting for the next chapter in this dramatic saga.
