What The Astronomer CEO Allegedly Said After Being Caught On Kiss Cam
As The Blast reported, Andrew Byron, the CEO of AI company Astronomer, was attending a Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium in Boston on Tuesday night when the camera panned to him sitting with his arm wrapped around co-worker Kristin Cabot.
The moment, captured in real-time for thousands to see on the stadium's massive screen, left both executives visibly stunned, and has since gone viral.
CEO's Reaction Goes Viral After Kiss Cam Captures Cozy Moment With HR Director
According to the Daily Mail, Byron appeared to exclaim, "F-cking hell, it's me," upon realizing they were live on the big screen. Cabot responded with a calmer, yet equally telling, "This is awkward," as the pair quickly turned away from the camera.
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin didn't miss a beat, cheekily addressing the moment onstage, 'Oh look at these two! Oh what? Either they're having an affair, or they're just very shy.'
The viral video sent the internet into a frenzy, with viewers quick to note the body language and awkward retreat. Making matters murkier, public records suggest both Byron and Cabot are married, but not to each other. Each appears to live at a different address than their respective spouses.
The viral kiss cam moment has officially broken the internet, sparking a flood of memes, jokes, and cheeky commentary across social media. From sarcastic takes on "company culture" to GIFs of Chris Martin's perfectly timed reaction, users can't stop roasting the alleged office romance. As the clip continues to rack up millions of views, it's clear this surprise concert cameo has become the internet's latest obsession.
Just Days Before Kiss Cam Chaos, CEO Praised 'Huge Opportunity' On NYSE TV
Byron, who joined Astronomer as CEO in 2023, has helped lead the generative AI firm through explosive growth, with the company's flagship platform, Astro, reportedly seeing a 292% increase in revenue last year. The company, valued at over $1 billion, boasts clients like Uber, LinkedIn, and Ford, and recently celebrated a $93 million Series D funding round.
Just last week, Byron appeared on "NYSE TV" to promote Astronomer's achievements, calling the company's rise 'a huge opportunity' and 'very exciting.'
Astronomer Launches Internal Investigation Into Viral Kiss Cam Moment
In the wake of the viral Coldplay kiss cam incident, Astronomer has confirmed it is launching a formal internal investigation into the conduct of CEO Andrew Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot.
In a statement shared to LinkedIn, the billion-dollar AI software company addressed the growing controversy, writing, 'Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability.'
The statement continued, 'The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter, and we will have additional details to share very shortly.'
CEO Once Praised HR Chief's 'Passion For Collaboration'
Back in November 2024, Byron praised Cabot's appointment to Chief People Officer in a glowing LinkedIn post, writing:
'Kristin's exceptional leadership and deep expertise in talent management, employee engagement, and scaling people strategies will be critical as we continue our rapid trajectory… her passion for fostering diverse, collaborative workplaces makes her a perfect fit for Astronomer.'
Cabot Once Praised Astronomer's Culture And Leadership Vision
Kristin Cabot also shared her enthusiasm about joining Astronomer as Chief People Officer, emphasizing her strategic approach to the role.
'I prefer to think of my role as people strategy versus traditional human resources, as the real magic happens when you align the people strategy with the business strategy,' she said at the time.
Cabot also praised the company's leadership and values, highlighting her early conversations with CEO Andrew Byron.
'There are plenty of companies out there where a leadership team doesn't recognize the value that a strong people leader and people team can bring to a company,' she explained. 'It's not just about benefits or catered lunches. There's so much more to it, and I was energized in my conversations with Andy and the Astronomer leadership team about the opportunities that exist here.'
Now, it's the 'collaboration' between the two executives that has the internet talking. Neither Astronomer nor the individuals involved have publicly addressed the viral moment.
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