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Fox News
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Luke Bryan's cheeky joke about viral Coldplay Kiss Cam scandal has concert crowd roaring with laughter
Luke Bryan is the latest star to take a light-hearted jab at the viral Coldplay Kiss Cam moment that involved Astronomer CEO Andy Byron. During a show on July 17, Bryan took a moment to make a joke and asked the crowd, "Anybody here with your secretary tonight?" according to a video uploaded by Country Now to Instagram. The country star's joke hit with the audience and an eruption of laughter occurred. Morgan Wallen also joined in on the fun during a recent show. During his concert on Friday night at the State Farm Arena in Glendale, Arizona, Wallen seemingly referenced the viral video when addressing the crowd ahead of his performance of his song, "I'm A Little Crazy." "Anybody here with your secretary tonight?" "Anybody in here with their side chick or whatever, I think you're safe here," he can be heard saying in a video posted to TikTok taken by a concertgoer. "I don't condone cheating, anymore." The Coldplay Kiss Cam scandal has dominated the internet since the show took place on Wednesday, July 16, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. During that performance, Byron appeared on the Kiss Cam with his arms wrapped around a woman, who was later identified as his company's HR chief, Kristin Cabot. The pair were on the big screen during "The Jumbotron Song," where Martin improvises songs about couples in the audience. The woman immediately covered her face and turned away from the camera, while a stunned Byron ducked down and exited the frame. Martin then joked that, "Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy." Chris Martin issued a cheeky warning to fans at Coldplay's first show following the viral scandal. On Saturday, the group performed at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. "We'd like to say hello to some of you in the crowd," the 48-year-old said in a video posted on X, which sparked both cheers and laughter from the audience. "How we're gonna do that is we're gonna use our cameras and put some of you on the big screen," said Martin while grinning. "So please, if you haven't done your makeup, do your makeup now." The fan who posted the snippet from Saturday's show later wrote on X that "zero couples" were shown on the venue's jumbotron. WATCH: Coldplay's Chris Martin catches couple on Kiss Cam, jokingly asks if they're having an affair Astronomer put out a statement after the incident, writing on social media, "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 Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter, and we will have additional details to share very shortly." In another update on Friday, the company announced Byron had been placed on leave and an interim CEO had been appointed. The company later informed followers on Saturday that Byron had resigned from the company. "Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted," the X post read in part. "The Board will begin a search for our next Chief Executive as Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy continues to serve as interim CEO." It appears that Kristin is married to Andrew Cabot, the CEO of Privateer Rum. Fox News Digital confirms that they purchased a home as a married couple in April 2024. According to the New York Post, Cabot's previous divorce was finalized in 2022. No divorce records were found for Byron, who appears to still be married.
The Hill
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hill
Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan joke about Coldplay jumbotron drama at their concerts
(NEXSTAR) — The scandal sparked by a couple Coldplay fans seen on the jumbotron at a concert in Massachusetts last week is providing fodder for country musicians at their own recent shows. 'I'm the Problem' singer Morgan Wallen, at a concert in Arizona on Friday, made light of the mega-viral incident between songs, telling the crowd they're probably 'safe' from the jumbotron. After incident, Coldplay singer asks fans if they're 'legitimate' couple 'Anybody in here with their side chick, or whatever, I think you're safe here,' he joked, as seen in video shared to social media. 'I don't condone cheating,' he continued, pausing before adding the word 'anymore.' The day before, 'American Idol' judge Luke Bryan also made an apparent reference to the incident during a tour stop in South Carolina, posing a very silly question to his fans. 'Who's here with their secretary tonight?' the 'Love You, Miss You, Mean It' singer asked after warning of 'cameras' pointed at the audience, as seen in video shared to TikTok. 'Don't get caught tonight,' he added, laughing. 'Do not get caught tonight.' The clip that sparked the 'Coldplaygate' scandal went viral last week. In it, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin saw two concertgoers on the stadium's jumbotron and initially assumed he was looking at a couple enjoying the show. But after they hastily hid their faces from view, Martin joked to the crowd that 'either they're having an affair or they're just very shy.' The uncomfortable moment quickly took off on social media, prompting users to try and identify the couple, and whether either of them were actually married to other people. Two executives at a NYC-based tech company were identified by internet sleuths as the alleged concertgoers, but the company — Astronomer — did not comment on the video. Astronomer, however, later released a statement to announce that CEO Andy Byron had 'tendered his resignation.' 'As stated previously, 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, and recently, that standard was not met,' the statement read, in part.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Luke Bryan pokes fun at Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, HR boss Kristin Cabot captured on Coldplay kiss cam: ‘Don't get caught tonight!'
He's got jokes. Country music star Luke Bryan poked fun at the Astronomer CEO and his alleged head-of-HR mistress after the pair were caught getting close during a Coldplay concert Wednesday night. The 'Drunk on You' singer joked about the viral story during his show at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C., on Thursday, July 17. Advertisement 9 Luke Bryan performs during day four of CMA Fest 2023 at Nissan Stadium on June 11, 2023, in Nashville. WireImage, 9 Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR exec Kristin Cabot cuddling during a Coldplay concert Wednesday night. Grace Springer via Storyful 'We're gonna shine our cameras on anybody,' Bryan, 49, began in a video shared to Instagram after his performance. 'Who's here with their secretary tonight? Hey, it's gotta be someone way up there.' Advertisement 'Oh, yeah! There they are,' he laughed from behind a piano as the venue's cameras panned around to different fans in the audience. 'Don't get caught tonight!' 'Do not get caught tonight,' Bryan repeated before jumping into his hit 2015 song 'Strip It Down.' 9 Luke Bryan performs on the main stage during CMA Fest 2025 at Nissan Stadium on June 8, 2025, in Nashville. WireImage The 'Play It Again' singer's fans later rushed to social media to continue joking about Bryan's timely remarks. Advertisement 'That moment when Luke Bryan asks if we knew about the Coldplay concert situation,' one Instagram user wrote with a laughing emoji. 'More reason to love Luke!' another commented. 9 Luke Bryan during the May 4 episode of 'American Idol.' Disney via Getty Images 'The comment we knew we needed to hear live!' a third fan wrote. 'Thanks for saying what we are all thinking.' Advertisement One night before the 'Tailgates & Tanlines' artist's banter at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR exec Kristin Cabot were captured canoodling during a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts and went viral. The incident unfolded Wednesday night as Chris Martin and his band performed at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, and the venue's kiss cam exposed Byron and Cabot's alleged affair. 9 Chris Martin of Coldplay performs on a stop of the band's Music of the Spheres world tour at Allegiant Stadium on June 6, 2025, in Las Vegas. Getty Images 9 Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR exec Kristin Cabot hiding from the cameras after being caught during a Coldplay concert Wednesday night. instaagraace/TikTok 'Whoa, look at these two,' Martin, 48, said as the pair quickly hid from the camera. 'Alright, come on. You're okay.' 'Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy. I'm not quite sure what to do,' the 'Viva la Vida' singer added. 'Holy s–t. I hope we didn't do something bad.' After the footage went viral on social media and the pair were identified as Byron and Cabot, it was revealed that the woman the Astronomer CEO was cuddling with on camera was not his wife. 9 Astronomer CEO Andy Byron. Astronomer Advertisement 9 Astronomer's Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot. LinkedIn/Kristin Cabot Neither Byron nor Cabot has yet to release a statement regarding the surprising matter, and employees at Astronomer's Manhattan office told The Post that they were directed to keep quiet about the scandal. 'Nope,' one worker said. 'We're not allowed to talk about it.' The company itself addressed the sordid scandal Friday afternoon and suggested that Byron and Cabot's alleged relationship was not known to the firm's board. Advertisement 'Astronomers are 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 read. 9 Astronomer CEO Andy Byron. LinkedIn/Andy Byron 'The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter and we will have additional details to share very shortly,' it added. Both Byron and Cabot have been placed on leave, and Byron is reportedly negotiating an exit package, as Astronomer continues its newly launched investigation into the pair's alleged affair.
CBS News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Cheyenne Frontier Days gets started in Wyoming with food, fun, rodeo and country music concerts
The gates are open for Cheyenne Frontier Days. Eleven days of rodeos, concerts, food, rides and fun kicked off on Friday. A big part of the "Daddy of 'em All" is the performers that draw big crowds during Frontier Nights. Many people in the crowds each night are from Colorado who head north to see world-class country music live. On Friday night the headliner will be Ian Munsick, who is from Wyoming. Munsick says he's thrilled to be mentioned in the same sentence as other headliners like Luke Bryan, Brooks & Dunn and Megan Moroney.
Hamilton Spectator
5 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Horoscope for Thursday, July 17th, 2025
We get another day to move forward with any plans or projects that we currently have in the works before the Mercury retrograde begins on Friday and slows our progress down. However, when it comes to any new ideas or opportunities that present themselves today, we should plan on taking some additional time — preferably the next few weeks — to iron out or decide on the next steps. In the meantime, today will be most useful for troubleshooting and resolving pending business or issues. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) There's progress to be made with a creative idea or project, especially if you're teaming up with someone else. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It might feel like you're moving at a snail's pace today, but perhaps this is exactly the pace you should be going. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) It's a good day for conversation and connection with others, especially folks you need to catch up with or haven't spoken to in a while. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Consider ways that you can use your contacts or resources to help someone in need. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You can uplift and inspire others with the power of your words. Also, seek out people who can do the same for you. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Follow your intuition. It will aid you in making the right decisions and building the right relationships. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Be open to the advice or feedback of others. They may have information or insight that you need. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Delegating tasks can help free up your time so that you can have the availability for a project you really want to do. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Plan to spend some one-on-one time with someone you love. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Take time to tend to your emotional well-being. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Your romantic life needs some attention. Let love in! PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) If you've been challenged by a money matter, today could aid you in finding a way out of it. FOR TODAY'S BIRTHDAY You're a dreamer. Maintaining a sense of hope and wonder is what helps you to succeed and overcome obstacles. Being involved in projects or plans that enable you to help others is good for your soul. You do best when you can bring healing and happiness to others, either through your work or just by being who you are. You just need to make sure that you don't neglect your own needs or self-care. With this year shaping up to be a busy and socially active time for you, setting aside enough quiet time for yourself will help to keep your battery charged. BIRTHDATE OF: David Hasselhoff, actor/producer; Luke Bryan, country music singer; Billie Lourd, actress.
