🚨 Astronomer CEO Andy Byron Resigns After Viral Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal
Key Facts:
Andy Byron, CEO of data company Astronomer, has officially resigned following the fallout from a viral kiss cam video at a Coldplay concert in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
The video showed Byron and Kristin Cabot, Astronomer’s Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), embracing affectionately during the concert.
The moment drew massive attention online because Byron is a married man, sparking internal concerns and public backlash.
🔍 Company Response
Both Byron and Cabot were placed on administrative leave immediately after the video surfaced.
On July 19, 2025, Astronomer announced that Andy Byron had officially resigned from his role as CEO.
Pete DeJoy, Astronomer\’s co-founder and Chief Product Officer, has been named interim CEO.
Kristin Cabot, however, has not resigned and remains on leave while the company continues its internal review.