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Andy Byron, former CEO of Astronomer, is facing criticism after reports revealed he is considering legal action against the British band Coldplay. The controversy began after Byron and Kristin Cabot were shown on a kiss cam during a recent Coldplay concert. The video went viral, leading to job resignations, personal turmoil, and now a possible lawsuit.According to reports, Andy Byron is planning to file a lawsuit against Coldplay and the concert organisers. He claims the kiss cam moment caused emotional distress and invaded his privacy. A source close to Byron told Page Six that he did not consent to be filmed and believes the viral moment publicly humiliated him.Legal experts say a potential claim could be based on defamation. Attorney Camron Dowlatshahi of MSD Lawyers stated that Byron might pursue defamation if he can prove there was no affair. Dowlatshahi added that Chris Martin's joke about an affair could be the focus of such a case.Coldplay has not made an official statement regarding Byron's legal plans. However, entertainment columnist Rob Shuter reported that insiders claim Chris Martin laughed at the possibility of being sued. Another legal expert told Page Six that Byron's privacy expectations were unrealistic at a public concert with cameras and thousands of attendees.The incident occurred during Coldplay's concert in Massachusetts. The kiss cam captured Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot in a moment that sparked speculation and criticism. Both turned their backs to the camera, but fans caught more footage of them hugging during the show. Chris Martin joked from the stage, "Either they're having an affair, or they are really shy."The video went viral across platforms. As the backlash grew, Astronomer's board placed Byron and Cabot on administrative leave. Both resigned soon after. The firm later brought in Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin's ex-wife, as a temporary spokesperson. This move was seen as a strategic response to the media attention.Online users expressed strong reactions to Andy Byron's decision to consider legal action. Many posts called him out for trying to shift the blame. One post read, 'Nothing says 'Real Man' like blaming everyone but yourself for your own actions.' Another wrote, 'Coldplay forced him to have an affair,' mocking his legal argument.Andy Byron allegedly stated that it was troubling how what should have been a private moment became public. He said he did not give consent to be filmed and that the moment impacted his life severely.Sources confirmed that Byron's wife, Megan Kerrigan, left their home and removed his surname from her social media. She has since deactivated her account. Kerrigan is an educator at the Bancroft School. Cabot, who also resigned, is married to Andrew Cabot, CEO of Privateer Rum.Reports indicate that Byron's wife has filed for a $50 million divorce. Meanwhile, Byron has lost his job and is facing growing issues within his personal and professional life.So far, there is no confirmed legal filing from Byron. Attorneys note that winning such a case would be difficult. The kiss cam moment happened in a public place, and multiple videos were posted by fans. Experts believe that the lawsuit, if filed, may not stand strong in court.Andy Byron is reportedly planning to sue Coldplay for emotional distress and invasion of privacy after being filmed during a concert kiss cam moment.Coldplay has not released any official response, though insiders claim Chris Martin laughed at the idea of being sued for the concert moment.
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