Andy Byron, the CEO of Astronomer, didn’t hide his shock when he appeared on the jumbotron during Coldplay’s Wednesday concert in Boston, Massachusetts. He was seen with Kristin Cabot, the company’s head of HR, and the unexpected public exposure led to a moment that quickly went viral. Footage on TikTok showed Byron swearing as he realized what was happening. “F–king hell, it’s me,” he said in disbelief.

An Uncomfortable Moment in the Spotlight

Cabot reacted with visible discomfort, whispering, “This is awkward,” as the scene unfolded. The video captured Byron with his arms tightly around Cabot, both of them swaying to the music before the realization hit. Coldplay’s frontman, Chris Martin, added to the moment by saying, “Whoa, look at these two,” before joking about whether they were having an affair or simply shy. His comments drew laughter and gasps from the crowd.

Aftermath and Social Fallout

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron reportedly reacted with a burst of profanity after noticing he and HR chief Kristin Cabot were shown embracing on the venue’s big screen.

As the video gained traction online, more attention turned to the status of Byron and Cabot’s relationship. Byron is married, while Cabot is reportedly divorced. The video and its implications quickly sparked speculation. Byron ducked out of frame after recognizing himself, while Cabot tried to shield her face from the camera. Martin later apologized to the crowd, saying he hoped “we didn’t do something bad…”

Repercussions Beyond the Concert

By Thursday morning, Byron’s wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron, had removed her surname from her social profiles before ultimately deleting her accounts altogether. This move came shortly after the footage started circulating widely. The incident clearly struck a nerve both publicly and privately.

Leadership Background Under Scrutiny

Byron had stepped into the CEO role at Astronomer in July 2023, but his LinkedIn page has since been taken down. Cabot joined the team as chief human resources officer in November 2024, a hire Byron had once publicly praised. However, her announcement post has also been removed from LinkedIn, reflecting the rapid changes unfolding at Astronomer.

Astronomer Yet to Respond

As of now, Astronomer has not issued an official statement regarding the situation. Media requests, including one from Page Six, have gone unanswered. With the viral moment still fresh, the company may be weighing its response amid growing public attention.