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Hamilton Spectator
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Coldplay ‘kiss cam' video goes viral — here's what a Toronto lawyer says about privacy in public
By now, you've probably seen or heard about a viral 'kiss cam' video during a Coldplay concert, where a married tech CEO was caught in an alleged affair with a work colleague. The duo were later identified in media reports, including CTV News , as Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot, the AI and data company's head of human resources. Byron is reportedly married with two children. Cabot's marital status wasn't immediately known, according to media reports. The incident was filmed during a July 16 Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium in the Boston area. Byron and Cabot appear to be caught in an awkward embrace during the kiss cam video, played at the show and later posted to social media. As the camera zooms in, the woman in the video covers her face and turns around, while the man ducks out of frame. During the video, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin declares, 'Oh, look at these two. Uh-oh. Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy.' The video went viral almost immediately on social media. It was featured by news outlets around the world, from the New York Post to 7 News Australia . Toronto-based family lawyer Russell Alexander said while Byron and Cabot may not have been celebrities prior to the video, they are now famous for the wrong reasons. The video also acts as a reminder that there can be no assurances of privacy in a public place, especially in the age of social media. Alexander said the pair's apparent reaction of guilt helped the video spread like wildfire. 'This video was like a lightning strike. The reaction was 'oh my God, we're caught,'' said Alexander. If the people had simply waved to the camera or exchanged a high-five, the video may not have generated the same attention, Alexander added. Given the fact the apparent infidelity went viral, Alexander said the incident may spell doom for Byron's marriage. 'Many times, when there's some infidelity, people will work on the relationship and sometimes they reconcile successfully,' said Alexander. 'But I think just with the shock and awe of the reaction and the community that's probably reaching out to these people … this would be hard for anybody to get over.' The incident will likely have a profound negative impact on immediate family members. It could also impact the video subjects professionally. 'I think both their careers are going to be marred by this,' said Alexander. 'Especially their professional reputation, if they were in fact having an affair.' 'If someone is in charge of HR and they're having a relationship with a member of the company, I think in Canada that would violate several policies. Certainly, there's a lot of damage control that's going to need to be done,' Alexander added. Alexander noted that while he's not licensed to practice law in the United States, Ontario's no-fault system of divorce means allegations of infidelity do not improve or diminish anyone's rights in divorce proceedings. 'We have removed fault from the system to try to reduce the conflict. If somebody's started to move on with the marriage, we just accept that and divide the property and spousal support according to legislation,' said Alexander. Alexander said the biggest takeaway from the viral video should be the realization that there can be no expectation of privacy in public, especially in a venue of 50,000 people. Even without the kiss cam, the apparent infidelity could have been captured by a cellphone and posted to social media. Alexander noted Byron and Cabot might just have to ride out the storm. 'Five years down the road, they'll still be remembered for the kiss cam. It's not something that's going to be buried quickly or easily.' A quick check of Canadian divorce figures from Statistics Canada appears to show rates are trending downward. In 2020, Canada recorded 42,933 divorces — the lowest number since 1973. But Alexander said those figures can be misleading. Less people are choosing to get married today, he said. During the pandemic, family courts were closed and then backlogged, which may have artificially lowered divorce statistics, Alexander noted. Common-law couples may also seek advice from a family lawyer, Alexander noted, especially in cases involving children. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Toronto Star
19 hours ago
- Science
- Toronto Star
This Toronto entrepreneur is betting millions on getting to space. Inside Canada's space race
July 19, 2025 6 min read Save By Mark ColleyStaff Reporter This might be the biggest gamble Rahul Goel has ever taken. He's always been a risk-taker, like when, as a kid in Toronto, he snuck a TV remote into class and switched the channel to SpongeBob. This time, though, there's a lot more on the line — about $5 million of Goel's own cash, to be exact. And he's using it to fuel his ambitious goal: to build a rocket and send it to orbit. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Mark Colley is a Toronto-based general assignment reporter for the Star. Reach him via email: mcolley@ Related Stories Reaction Dynamics CEO Bachar Elzein speaks with the Star about building a Canadian space company How studying what space travel does to astronauts' health is leading to innovations on Earth She dreamed of going to space. After her death, her husband is making sure she gets there 'He had the weight of Canada on his shoulders': An oral history of Canada's first trip to space, 40 years later Report an error Journalistic Standards About The Star More from The Star & partners
Toronto Star
19 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Toronto Star
How I learned to love walking in Toronto
By Contributing Columnist Shawn Micallef is a Toronto-based writer and a freelance contributing columnist for the Star. Follow him on Bluesky: @ Walking Toronto Walking Toronto — part of our T oronto the Better project — is a series about discovering the city, one step at a time. Through deep-dive features, curated walking routes, and community strolls, Star writers explore what our streets say about life in Toronto. We'll uncover hidden stories, local gems, and the challenges and joys of moving through the city. I learned how to walk in Toronto. Opinion articles are based on the author's interpretations and judgments of facts, data and events. More details
Toronto Star
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
6 tips for walking in Toronto
By Contributing Columnist Shawn Micallef is a Toronto-based writer and a freelance contributing columnist for the Star. Follow him on Bluesky: @ Walking Toronto Walking Toronto — part of our T oronto the Better project — is a series about discovering the city, one step at a time. Through deep-dive features, curated walking routes, and community strolls, Star writers explore what our streets say about life in Toronto. We'll uncover hidden stories, local gems, and the challenges and joys of moving through the city. Gear Opinion articles are based on the author's interpretations and judgments of facts, data and events. More details
Toronto Star
19 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Myles Straw knows who he is as a player, and it's just what the Blue Jays have needed
July 19, 2025 3 min read Save By Mike WilnerBaseball Columnist Mike Wilner is a Toronto-based baseball columnist for the Star and host of the baseball podcast 'Deep Left Field.' Follow him on Bluesky: @wilnerness Myles Straw was already in love with Toronto when he got here. It just took Blue Jays fans a bit to feel the same way about him. Acquired in January for far more than was required in a badly misplayed attempt to land coveted free-agent starter Roki Sasaki, Straw — an elite speed-and-defence outfielder who had been waived through the league with no takers the year before — didn't even know if he would make the team. He just wanted to be a part of the puzzle. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Opinion articles are based on the author's interpretations and judgments of facts, data and events. More details Related Stories Gregor Chisholm: Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins has been in charge of nine trade deadlines. A breakdown of his moves Mike Wilner: The Blue Jays have shown a knack for overcoming a blown save this season: 'You've got to counterpunch' Blue Jays take offensive shortstop in the first round, hoping he becomes 'the gem' of the draft The Blue Jays haven't hosted an MLB all-star game since 1991. That could soon change Report an error Journalistic Standards About The Star More from The Star & partners
