The Philadelphia Phillies took a humorous turn during their game against the Los Angeles Angels, as the jumbotron played a Coldplay song during a kiss cam moment. This was perceived as a reference to the recent controversy involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the HR chief Kristin Cabot, who were allegedly captured on a Coldplay concert’s kiss cam. The crowd at Citizens Bank Park laughed and applauded when the song began to play. Jason Martinez of Fox 29 captured the moment and posted it to his X account. Astronomer’s company released a statement expressing their commitment to the values that have guided them since their founding and announced a formal investigation into the matter. They clarified that no other employees were in the video and that Alyssa Stoddard, the Senior Director of People, was not present at the concert.
The Coldplay concert’s kiss cam turned into viral chaos as the frontman Chris Martin jokingly suggested that the couple on screen were either having an affair or just very shy. Fox News confirmed that Kristin and Andrew Cabot filed for divorce in 2018, with the divorce finalized in 2022. No records were found for Byron, who appears to still be married. New Hampshire property records indicate that Kristin and Andrew Cabot purchased a home as a married couple in April 2024. Several other sports teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals and Seattle Mariners, referenced the controversy, with the Cardinals posting a picture of Albert Pujols hugging Adam Wainwright captioned ‘When Coldplay starts playing your song,’ and the Mariners offering Cal Raleigh’s services for dumping due to his nickname ‘Big Dumper.’
Netflix also highlighted the moment in their recent ‘Quarterback’ series when Kirk Cousins praised the band. Michael Jordan’s racing company added humor by referencing the incident. Astronomer’s company emphasized that while they are investigating the matter, their focus remains on maintaining their core values and culture. The incident has sparked a mix of reactions, from public amusement to discussions about corporate accountability. As the investigation continues, the situation serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between personal life and professional responsibility in the corporate world.