In a shocking twist that has sent shockwaves through both the tech world and the entertainment industry, disgraced former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron has come forward with an explosive claim: the viral ‘kiss-cam’ moment at Coldplay’s concert was no accident – it was a setup.
“They Wanted to Ruin Us”
Speaking for the first time since resigning amid the firestorm, Byron – who was caught on the stadium’s big screen in a seemingly intimate moment with HR chief Kristin Cabot – told reporters:
“This wasn’t some spontaneous kiss-cam joke. It was a calculated move. Someone, somewhere, wanted to destroy my career, humiliate Kristin, and drag our names through the mud. And they succeeded – for now.”
The video, which showed Byron and Cabot appearing close during Coldplay’s hit “Yellow,” was replayed across social media within hours, sparking rumors of an affair and igniting memes that spread like wildfire.
The “Setup” Theory
Byron alleges that the concert organizers deliberately focused on him despite knowing he was a public figure.
“They had the cameras roaming the crowd. Out of tens of thousands of people, they chose me – twice. That doesn’t happen by chance. Someone tipped them off, someone wanted a scandal,” he insisted.
While critics dismiss his claims as “desperate damage control,” insiders say there may be more to the story. An anonymous source from the event production team admitted to “receiving camera directives from higher up” but refused to say more.
Kristin Cabot Breaks Her Silence
Cabot, who has been on leave since the incident, released a short statement:
“I never expected my face to be blasted on giant screens and across the internet without my consent. This has been humiliating, and I support Andy’s fight to clear our names.”
The $250K Side Controversy
As the kiss-cam scandal unfolded, rumors emerged that Byron allegedly spent $250,000 on OnlyFans content. Byron vehemently denies any wrongdoing:
“That’s another lie planted to make me look guilty of something I never did. They’re building a narrative – and it’s working.”
“See You in Court”
Byron’s legal team is preparing to file a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against the concert organizers for defamation, emotional distress, and reputational damage.
“We will subpoena every piece of footage, every internal message, every camera order. The truth will come out,” Byron vowed.
The Question No One Can Answer
Was the kiss-cam moment a harmless crowd-pleaser that spiraled out of control, or was it an intentional smear campaign against two high-profile executives?
Until the courts decide, one thing is certain: Andy Byron’s downfall has become one of the most sensational and polarizing scandals of the year – and it’s far from over.