Astronomer CEO Andy Byron has issued a statement after he was caught in an awkward kiss cam moment at a recent Coldplay concert – and has blamed the band in a new statement
CEO Andy Byron has come forward after being caught on kiss cam with a woman who was not his wife during a recent Coldplay gig.
Coldplay’s lead singer Chris Martin inadvertently outed Andy and the unidentified woman at their last concert in Massachusetts. The business mogul was seemingly oblivious to all but the music as he embraced the woman from behind, moving in sync with the band’s live performance.
Yet, as soon as they realised their cuddle was being broadcast on the big screen, they abruptly disentangled themselves, hurriedly trying to duck out of the spotlight. When Chris humorously remarked after spotting them on the big screen, “Oh look at these two. Either they are having an affair or they’re just really shy,” he unwittingly hit the nail on the head about the “affair” part.
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He announced: “I want to acknowledge the moment that’s been circulating online, and the disappointment it’s caused.
“What was supposed to be a night of music and joy turned into a deeply personal mistake play-out out on a very public stage. I want to sincerely apologize to my wife, my family, and my team at Astronomer. You deserve better from me as a partner, as a father, and as a leader.
“This is not who I want to be or how I want to represent the company I helped build. I’m taking time to reflect, take accountability, and figure out the next steps, personally and professionally. I ask for privacy as I navigate that process.
“I also want to express how troubling it is that what should have been a private moment became public without my consent. I respect artists and entertainers, but I hope we can all think more deeply about the impact of turning someone else’s life into a spectacle.
“As a friend once sang: ‘Lights will guide you home, and ignite your bones, and I will try to fix you.”
Many have been taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, to voice their thoughts on the situation. Several conceded that Andy blaming Coldplay for his actions was completely out of order.
“Blaming Coldplay because you were hugging your side piece AT A PUBLIC EVENT is beyond messed up. That man is immature, and it shows. Andy Byron, I hope your wife gets a hefty cheque in the divorce. Fix you? Nah, f- -k you,” one shared on X. A second added, “The most arrogant and tone deaf statement from CEO and A- -hat in Charge Andy Byron.”