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Astronomer Navigates Leadership Shakeup and Legal Fallout After Viral Kiss-Cam Scandal

Interim CEO Pete DeJoy heads Astronomer’s board inquiry with former chief Andy Byron pursuing privacy claims over the viral kiss-cam footage

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The new clip showed the pair, both married to other people, far from shy about their affection.

Overview

  • Pete DeJoy, Astronomer’s cofounder and chief product officer, has assumed the interim CEO role as the board’s investigation into the concert incident continues.
  • Kristin Cabot remains on administrative leave while the company evaluates whether senior executives breached conduct policies.
  • Andy Byron is reportedly exploring a lawsuit against Coldplay for emotional distress and invasion of privacy linked to the viral kiss-cam moment.
  • Megan Byron has sought refuge at the couple’s Maine mansion and is engaged in crisis talks about her marriage after the scandal became public.
  • Claims that Byron spent up to $40,000 on video calls with OnlyFans creator Sophie Rain circulate on social media without verified evidence.