Another video of Astronomer CEO and HR chief kissing at Coldplay concert goes viral
Another video of Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot kissing at a Coldplay concert has gone viral, intensifying scrutiny of the tech startup's leadership.
The new footage, published by TMZ, captures the two executives intimately swaying and embracing during the band’s performance of “Yellow” — even before they were shown on the kiss cam.
TMZ just released a video of Astronomer CEO Andy Byron kissing his HR chief at the Coldplay concert
RIP. pic.twitter.com/5DajjSm9ESFilmed from behind their seats, the video shows Byron and Cabot in a more candid, unfiltered moment, exchanging kisses away from the public eye. The clip has reignited online backlash and sparked fresh conversations about workplace ethics and executive accountability.
The romantic display, widely circulated across social media, has prompted a leadership shake-up at Astronomer. CEO Andy Byron has taken a leave of absence, and Kristin Cabot has been suspended. Axios confirmed these moves, and Astronomer issued a statement acknowledging that a formal investigation has been launched.
Backed by Bain Capital Ventures and Salesforce Ventures, Astronomer is now battling a full-blown PR crisis. Critics, including crisis management experts, argue that the company's delayed response has worsened its public image. The video is now expected to become key evidence in the internal review process.
In an attempt to contain the narrative, Astronomer has publicly denied speculation that other employees were at the concert or involved in the incident. The company reaffirmed its commitment to professional conduct at all levels, but the fallout continues to grow.
As the second video circulates widely, Astronomer finds itself at the center of a corporate scandal—one that's unfolding in real time under the relentless gaze of the internet.