Coldplay Continues Kiss Cam Amid Astronomer CEO Resignations

Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin addressed the viral controversy stemming from the band's 'kiss cam' moment during their Music of the Spheres world tour, where former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot were caught in an intimate embrace on the jumbotron. The incident, which occurred at a July concert in Massachusetts, quickly spread across social media, leading to both executives' resignations amid allegations of an affair. Despite the backlash, Martin confirmed that the kiss cam tradition will continue at future concerts, humorously warning fans to be prepared for the possibility of international exposure. He acknowledged the unexpected attention the incident brought, noting that their intention was simply to engage with fans, and embraced the situation by pledging to keep the onstage jumbotron alive. Martin also interacted with fans at subsequent shows, referencing the scandal in a lighthearted manner and signaling the band's commitment to their concert traditions despite the controversy. The band continues their tour with scheduled performances at Wembley Stadium following the incident.