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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Former astronomer CEO Andy Byron faces $40,000 OnlyFans scandal following Coldplay kiss-cam fallout
Andy Byron , the ex-CEO of the data analytics company Astronomer , has found himself embroiled in a viral scandal involving allegations that he spent up to $40,000 on explicit video calls with OnlyFans creator Sophie Rain , according to leaked private messages reportedly shared by his wife, Megan Kerrigan. Known for steering Astronomer toward a billion-dollar valuation by efficiently managing data workflows for clients like Adobe and Nielsen, Byron's leadership initially marked him as a formidable figure in tech. However, his public image unraveled after a kiss-cam video at a Coldplay concert went viral, showing him in an intimate moment with Kristin Cabot, Astronomer's then Chief People Officer. This incident, later dubbed " ColdplayGate ," triggered a swift resignation from his CEO position in July 2025. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Allegations of extravagant OnlyFans spending Adding fuel to the fire, Byron's wife Megan Kerrigan allegedly leaked a series of private communications that included screenshots of Byron's interactions on a covert messaging app called Finsta. The messages suggest Byron paid Sophie Rain, a popular content creator affiliated with influencer collective Bop House , up to $40,000 for explicit video calls. One notable message exchange quoted Rain saying, "All good. Most guys I talk to are married," followed by "Okay, call me in 5 mins [winky face]". Despite the torrent of public scrutiny and memes mocking Byron, he has remained silent on these allegations. Astronomer has also refrained from official statement regarding the OnlyFans claims but confirmed his resignation was accepted by the board and appointed Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy as interim CEO. Sophie Rain reacts Sophie Rain has made a rare public comment via an exclusive statement to The Blast, distancing herself from the scandal while offering sympathy to Byron's wife. Rain stated she could not comment on her clients but expressed support for Megan Kerrigan during what she described as a difficult time, emphasizing her disapproval of infidelity. "I don't disclose my donors, but I am here for his wife if she needs a friend through these times. I know this type of thing can be hard. If she has any issues at all during this time of uncertainty, she can reach out to me. I would love to talk to her and reassure her that this guy is just a bump in the road." Live Events Meanwhile, Megan Kerrigan has kept a low profile, retreating to the family's large estate in Kennebunk, Maine. According to insider reports, she has been supported by her family, especially her sister, through the ongoing public ordeal.
Yahoo
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fact Check: No, 'The Simpsons' didn't predict Coldplay kiss cam scandal
Claim: "The Simpsons" predicted a July 2025 scandal in which a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert allegedly caught a tech CEO cheating with the company's chief people officer. Rating: In July 2025, as the internet continued to react to "ColdplayGate," a scandal in which a tech CEO was allegedly caught cheating on a kiss cam during a Coldplay concert, claims that the long-running animated sitcom "The Simpsons" predicted the incident circulated online. Users on social media platforms like TikTok, X (archived), Instagram (archived) and Facebook (archived) spread the rumor, with some pointing to specific episodes of the show that purportedly featured likenesses of former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his alleged affair partner, Kristin Cabot, the company's chief people officer. One post (archived) sharing the claim asked, "Is there anything in this world 'The Simpsons' hasn't predicted?" Some videos on YouTube featured a voice-over allegedly explaining the details of the episode in question. Despite the popularity of the rumor, claims that "The Simpsons" predicted the events of "ColdplayGate" were false. Most versions of the rumor alleged the prediction occurred in Season 28, Episode 10, "The Man Who Came to Be Dinner." The episode aired on Jan. 4, 2015, and featured the titular family getting abducted by aliens from an amusement park. The episode was available for viewing on the streaming service Disney+. Other iterations of the claim alleged the moment occurred in an episode titled "Kiss Kiss," which did not exist (though there was a Season 17 episode called "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bangalore"). Another episode, Season 17, Episode 22, "Marge and Homer Turn a Couple Play," did feature a plot point in which Marge and Homer appeared on the kiss cam at a sporting event. The episode aired on May 21, 2006, and was also available to watch on Disney+. However, a thorough viewing of the two authentic episodes in question revealed zero moments that could reasonably be classified as a prediction or a visual match for the alleged image circulating online. Rather, it was likely that the alleged screenshot and video clips that circulated were digitally manipulated, either through generative artificial intelligence or a digital editing tool like Photoshop. The AI-detection platform Hive Moderation reported a 99.9% chance the image was created using AI. (Hive Moderation) Further, Mashable Middle East reported that "The Simpsons" showrunner Al Jean told them, "We write satire, not prophecy. Any similarity is pure luck." Snopes reached out to Jean's representative for comment and they directed us to the same statement, which other outlets also reported. "The Simpsons" has become an internet darling for its apparent predictions of future events, though most of those predictions were either exaggerations or deliberate misrepresentations of events from the show. Snopes has debunked numerous claims about alleged predictions that appeared in "The Simpsons" over the years. "Marge and Homer Turn a Couple Play." The Simpsons, directed by Bob Anderson, Season 17, Episode 22, 21 May 200AD. Naik, Mamta. "Did the Simpsons Predict Coldplay's 'kiss Cam' Scandal? Here's the Truth." Mashable ME, 21 Jul. 2025, "The Man Who Came to Be Dinner." The Simpsons, directed by David Silverman, Season 26, Episode 10, 4 Jan. 2015. July 21, 2025: This article was updated to include a response from Al Jean's representative. Solve the daily Crossword
Mint
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Lionel Messi with wife caught on ‘kiss-cam' at Coldplay concert amid Astronomer fiasco; netizens say ‘they look shy'
Footballer Lionel Messi and wife Antonela Roccuzzo were seen attending a Coldplay concert in Miami's Hard Rock Stadium as per a viral videos days after Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot's 'kiss-cam scandal'. The stadium was overjoyed with their appearance and shouted 'Messi, Messi'. The 38-year-old, who plays for Inter Miami took some time out to be a part of the show with his family and was seen sitting in a VIP box with his wife and three children Thiago, Mateo and Ciro. Chris Martin said, 'Lio. My beautiful brother. You and your wife are looking so fine. Thanks for coming today to see our band playing, the number one sportsperson of all time.' Messi was spotted smiling and waving to the people as the concert went on. His wife took to Instagram to share their photos as well. One of the users said, 'No worries, he's not a CEO'. Another stated, 'Best example of real love'. 'They didn't understand the assignment', 'They look shy' "Such a humble personality.. We made the right person famous!" were some other comments made. A fan joked, 'GOAT caught cheating with a human'. A few others remarked, 'Notice how they weren't having an affair", 'I have a deja vu. But with a different ending'. His wife took to Instagram to share their photos as well. At a recent Coldplay concert in Boston, an unexpected moment grabbed the audience's attention when the band's well-known 'kiss cam' took center stage. While performing at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, the camera focused on Astronomer CEO Andy Byron alongside Kristin Cabot, the company's Chief People Officer. The duo's visibly uncomfortable reactions drew attention, leading frontman Chris Martin to jest, 'Either they're shy or in an affair'. The moment, quickly dubbed 'ColdplayGate', ignited a wave of controversy and internet memes, making their alleged affair apparent.
NDTV
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Messi Appears On 'Kiss Cam' At Coldplay Concert With Wife, Fans Joke "He Has Nothing To Hide"
A new video is making waves online, featuring football superstar Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, enjoying a Coldplay concert at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. The footage comes just days after another unexpected viral moment, and fans are buzzing about Messi's appearance at the show. When Chris Martin, Coldplay's lead singer, interacted with the crowd on the jumbotron, Messi made a surprise appearance, sending the stadium into a frenzy with chants of "Messi! Messi!" erupting throughout the venue. Messi, dressed casually, smiled shyly before waving to the audience, a moment that quickly spread like wildfire on social media. Standing beside him, Ms Roccuzzo beamed with joy, enjoying the music. "Lio. My beautiful brother," said Mr Martin from the stage. "You and your wife are looking so fine. Thanks for coming today to see our band play. The No.1 sportsperson of all time," Mr Martin added. Watch the video here: Coldplay x Leo Messi x Antonela ❤️ — Fan Club | Leo Messi 🔟 (@WeAreMessi) July 28, 2025 Messi's simple wave had fans going wild, likening the moment to a FIFA World Cup spectacle. Fans praised the couple's effortless elegance, with some joking that he has "nothing to hide". One user wrote, "Ohh I love this .. Messi has nothing to hide." Another said, "GOAT. Even Coldplay knows he's the number one." A third commented, "Enjoying life in football and outside football." Coldplay wrapped up their US leg of the Music of the Spheres World Tour at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium on July 27, marking the second and final night at this iconic venue. Earlier, the Coldplay show in Boston took an unexpected turn, with the band's "kiss cam" moment stealing the spotlight. During a show at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, cameras zoomed in on Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company's chief people officer, Kristin Cabot, who were caught on the kiss cam. The couple's embarrassed reactions prompted lead singer Chris Martin to quip, "Either they're shy or in an affair." The incident, dubbed "ColdplayGate," sparked widespread controversy and memes, with many questioning the couple's relationship and workplace ethics.
Boston Globe
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Astronomer hires Gwyneth Paltrow as a ‘very temporary' spokesperson as ColdplayGate fallout ensues
In the video, Paltrow is seated in a modern office space, speaking in a serene voice, as soothing synths play in the background. Organized in a Q&A format, the video played the two 'most common' questions the company has received over the past few days — 'OMG! What the actual f.' and 'How is your social media team holding (up)?' Thank you for your interest in Astronomer. — Astronomer (@astronomerio) Advertisement Instead of answering, Paltrow redirects the conversation to … wait for it … data workflow automation. 'We've been thrilled so many people have a newfound interest in data workflow automation,' Paltrow said in an enthusiastic, yet sarcastic, tone. In the replies, users commended the company's crisis management, with one person calling it 'a PR masterclass.' The video drops in the wake of 'ColdplayGate,' a jumbotron controversy at a Advertisement 'Oh, look at these two. ... Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy,' said Martin when the jumbotron panned to the pair. Last Saturday, In the meantime, Astronomer is taking a different approach: self-aware humor. 'You take the most viral moment of July 2025 and, instead of disaster control, make light of the situation and create the ultimate brand awareness,' the user wrote. Jessica Ma can be reached at
