CEO’S WIFE FILES FOR DIVORCE AFTER KISS CAM VIDEO—PREGNANCY RUMORS FUEL SPECULATION
The Coldplay concert scandal involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot has taken a dramatic turn with new revelations about Cabot’s pregnancy and speculation surrounding the father. The viral kiss cam moment, which exposed an apparent affair between Byron and Cabot, has led to divorce filings, corporate upheaval, and now intense debate about Cabot’s personal life. Reports suggest she is three months pregnant, but insiders claim the father may not be Byron, with some pointing to her ex-husband, Jared Thomlinson, as a possible candidate. As the internet dissects every detail, this saga continues to captivate and raise questions about privacy, relationships, and corporate accountability.
The Kiss Cam That Sparked a Firestorm
On July 16, 2025, during Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres” tour at Boston’s Gillette Stadium, a kiss cam captured Andy Byron embracing Kristin Cabot, prompting a quip from frontman Chris Martin: “Either they’re having an affair or they’re very shy.” The couple’s frantic attempts to hide—Byron ducking behind a barrier and Cabot covering her face—fueled speculation of an illicit relationship. The TikTok video, posted by concertgoer Grace Springer, exploded online, amassing over 45 million views and sparking the hashtag “Coldplaygate.” Internet sleuths identified Byron, married with two children, and Cabot, a recently appointed HR executive, as the key figures in this unfolding drama.
Divorce and Public Backlash
The fallout was immediate for Byron’s personal life. His wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron, an Associate Director at Bancroft School, reportedly filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences after the public humiliation. Megan removed “Byron” from her Facebook profile and deactivated her social media accounts, which previously featured family photos from graduations and vacations. Public sympathy has poured in, with X users rallying behind her. One post read, “Megan deserves better than this public betrayal,” while another stated, “I hope she takes him for everything he’s got.” The couple, married for over a decade with two children, has remained silent on the matter, but Megan’s actions suggest deep personal turmoil.
Pregnancy Rumors and the Fatherhood Mystery
New reports have added a layer of complexity: Kristin Cabot is reportedly three months pregnant, spotted entering a private maternity clinic in New York City with a man resembling Byron. However, insiders now claim the father might not be Byron, with speculation swirling around Jared Thomlinson, identified in some reports as Cabot’s ex-husband. This contradicts earlier sources, such as The New York Post, which stated Cabot was married to Andrew Cabot, CEO of Privateer Rum, and previously divorced from Kenneth Thornby in 2022. Confusion over Thomlinson’s identity—possibly a misidentification or an unreported figure in Cabot’s past—has fueled online debates. No public records confirm Thomlinson as an ex-husband, and Cabot’s deleted LinkedIn profile offers no clarity.
The pregnancy timeline raises further questions. If Cabot is three months pregnant, conception likely occurred around April 2025, months before the July concert but after her reported marriage to Andrew Cabot in early 2025. Some X users speculate that Thomlinson, if indeed an ex-husband, could have reentered her life, while others believe the father is more likely Andrew Cabot or even Byron, given the kiss cam incident. “The math isn’t mathing,” one X post quipped, reflecting the confusion over the timeline and relationships.
Cabot’s Marital Status: A Tangled Web
Cabot’s personal life is under intense scrutiny. The New York Post and Daily Mail report that she is married to Andrew Cabot, with whom she co-owns a $2.2 million home in Rye, New Hampshire, purchased in February 2025. She is also listed as an advisory board member for Privateer Rum since 2020. Photos of Kristin and Andrew, including one from a family event in April 2024, show her wearing a wedding ring, which was notably absent during the Coldplay concert. Her previous marriage to Kenneth Thornby ended in 2022, after a 2018 separation, and they share one child.
The mention of Jared Thomlinson as a possible ex-husband appears to be unverified, with no public records or credible reports confirming his existence in Cabot’s life. Some speculate “Thomlinson” may be a conflation with Thornby, while others suggest he could be a figure not yet documented. The lack of clarity has led to rampant online theories, with X users posting, “Is Jared Thomlinson even real, or is this just bad reporting?” and “Kristin’s got more CEOs in her life than a Forbes list.”
Corporate Consequences and Byron’s Exit
Professionally, the scandal has been devastating. Astronomer placed Byron and Cabot on leave on July 19, 2025, pending an investigation into their conduct. The company’s statement emphasized that “leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability.” A day later, Byron resigned, with co-founder Pete DeJoy stepping in as interim CEO. Cabot’s status at Astronomer remains unclear, with no announcement regarding her role. The company has also debunked rumors, clarifying that a viral apology attributed to Byron was fake and that Alyssa Stoddard, misidentified as a third party in the video, is not involved.
Astronomer, valued at over $1 billion, has struggled to contain the damage to its reputation. Former employees reportedly celebrated Byron’s exposure, with one telling The New York Post, “Everybody’s laughing their a** off and enjoying the h*** out of what happened.” The scandal has raised questions about workplace culture, particularly under Cabot’s leadership as Chief People Officer, a role tasked with fostering ethical environments.
The Internet’s Role and Ethical Questions
The saga has sparked broader discussions about privacy and the power of social media. Charles Lindsey, an associate professor at the University at Buffalo, noted, “If you’re in a public place, there is absolutely no expectation of privacy.” The viral video, amplified by Chris Martin’s comment, turned a fleeting moment into a global spectacle, with memes, hashtags, and even merchandise capitalizing on the drama. An Etsy seller now offers sweatshirts reading, “I Took My Sidepiece To The Coldplay Concert And It Ruined My Life.”
Ethically, the incident has prompted debate about workplace relationships and leadership accountability. Cabot’s role as HR chief has drawn particular scrutiny, with critics arguing that her involvement in an alleged affair undermines her credibility. “HR policies will soon be updated,” one X user joked. The speculation about her pregnancy and its potential father—whether Byron, Andrew Cabot, or the mysterious Thomlinson—has only intensified public fascination.
Unanswered Questions and Ongoing Speculation
Key questions remain unresolved. Is Kristin Cabot still married to Andrew Cabot, and when did their relationship begin? Who is Jared Thomlinson, and does he have any verifiable connection to Cabot? Most critically, who is the father of her reported pregnancy? The timeline suggests multiple possibilities, but without statements from Cabot, Byron, or Andrew Cabot, the truth remains elusive. Astronomer’s ongoing investigation may shed light on workplace policy violations, but personal details are likely to stay private unless those involved choose to speak.
The “Coldplaygate” scandal is a cautionary tale about the intersection of personal conduct, public exposure, and corporate responsibility. For Andy Byron, the kiss cam moment has cost him his marriage and career. For Kristin Cabot, the pregnancy rumors and tangled marital history have thrust her into an unrelenting spotlight. And for Megan Kerrigan Byron, the public unraveling of her family life has garnered widespread sympathy. As the internet continues to speculate, this saga underscores the power of a single moment to reshape lives and reputations in the digital age.
