“Coldplay Picked The Wrong Woman To Try
Coldplay Concert Scandal Sparks Corporate Drama
A viral kiss cam moment at a Coldplay concert exposed a rumored affair between Astronomer COO Kristine Cabot and CEO Andy Byron. While Cabot is divorced, Byron is married, intensifying public and media backlash.
Coldplay Responds Swiftly
Coldplay distanced itself by firing a staffer who allegedly arranged the executives’ tickets without authorization. But the real twist came with Cabot’s bold public stance.
Cabot Fights Back
Calling the moment “part of a calculated attempt to damage [her] reputation,” Cabot claimed it was a setup to push her out. Her quote, “I don’t flinch, I fire back,” went viral, recasting her as a defiant corporate figure.
Public Support Grows
Cabot suggested a deeper power struggle within Astronomer. Her response resonated widely, especially with professional women. Support surged, and investor confidence rebounded—while Byron’s future at the company remains unclear.
