Astronomer Sets the Record Straight on Coldplay Concertgoer’s Alleged Viral Statement
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 17 – Astronomer’s board investigates CEO Andy Byron and HR chief Kristin Cabot after their kiss cam moment raised ethical concerns amid widespread media attention.
- Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot appeared embracing on a kiss cam at Coldplay's July 16 concert in Massachusetts.
- The incident triggered widespread speculation and a viral TikTok video with over 17 million views that showed the couple's uneasy reaction on the jumbotron.
- Astronomer subsequently removed a LinkedIn post announcing Cabot's appointment and disabled comments on its posts amid the controversy.
- On July 18, Astronomer posted a statement on LinkedIn reaffirming its commitment to values and leadership standards while denying that a viral message was from CEO Byron.
- The firm has launched a formal investigation into the matter, with Byron yet to comment publicly despite ongoing board oversight and media inquiries.
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