Overview

• Pete DeJoy has been named interim CEO as Astronomer’s board begins its search for a permanent successor.
• A concertgoer’s TikTok video of Byron and CHRO Kristin Cabot amassed over 77 million views under the hashtag #Coldplaygate.
• Touring artists Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan and Nickelback referenced the incident during their own shows to widespread audience reaction.
• Chris Martin’s onstage commentary and parody apology tweets have amplified the story across social platforms.
• Experts warn that anyone at a public venue should expect minimal privacy given the omnipresence of recording devices.