A video from a Coldplay concert in Boston went viral after two people were caught on camera embracing before quickly separating when they realized they were being filmed. The moment, originally thought to be sweet and spontaneous, sparked suspicion online due to the couple’s reaction. Viewers later identified the individuals as Kristin Cabot, Chief People Officer, and Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer.
Their sudden split on camera—Cabot covering her face and Byron ducking down—fueled speculation about a possible affair, especially since Byron is reportedly married. Neither has publicly addressed the viral video, which now has over 50 million views. A lip reader claimed Byron said, “F***ing hell, it’s me,” when he noticed the camera.
Grace Springer, the TikToker who posted the video, said she initially had no idea who the couple was. She described their reaction as interesting and later said she felt bad about the fallout, but also hoped the exposure might help their partners find the truth and move forward.
Byron and Cabot work together at Astronomer, a tech company focused on data orchestration. When Cabot joined in November, Byron praised her leadership and fit for the team. Now, their professional and personal lives are under scrutiny as the internet continues to dissect the viral moment.