Astronomer CEO Andy Byrne Resigns After Coldplay Concert's Viral Video Sparks Controversy

Washington (The Uttam Hindu): Andy Byrne, the CEO of Astronomer, has stepped down from his position following a viral incident at a Coldplay concert in Boston, Massachusetts. A video shared widely on social media showed Byrne with his arms around Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief Public Officer, during the performance at Gillette Stadium. The video, which quickly gained attention, captured an awkward moment when the two appeared startled as the camera panned toward them.

During the concert, Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, joked about the situation, saying, "Hey, look at these two. Either they are having an affair or they are very shy," causing laughter from the audience. As the camera continued to focus on them, both Byrne and Cabot seemed uncomfortable, quickly attempting to hide their faces and move apart.

In response to the incident, Astronomer issued a statement on LinkedIn, emphasizing that the company's leaders are expected to uphold a standard of good conduct and accountability, which, according to the company, was not met. Byrne, acknowledging the controversy, offered his resignation as CEO, which was subsequently accepted by the board of directors.

Byrne had already been placed on leave earlier in the week, and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy has been appointed as the interim CEO.

The viral video and its aftermath have sparked widespread conversation, with the incident becoming a trending topic across various platforms.