What's Inside?
- MrBeast offers two VIP Coldplay tickets, but winners must tag their boss—risking a kiss cam moment on the big screen.
- Viral Coldplay concert clip of Astronomer execs Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot sparks corporate scandal and internal investigation.
- Chris Martin jokingly addressed the awkward kiss cam moment, fueling rumors of an affair and intensifying public speculation online.
In an internet-breaking giveaway, YouTube superstar MrBeast is offering fans a chance to win two VIP tickets to an upcoming Coldplay concert. However, there’s a catch that’s making some people nervous. The giveaway, which he announced on his X account, comes amid the fallout of a viral Coldplay concert moment involving two top executives from a New York-based tech firm. As anticipation builds around MrBeast’s concert ticket offer, the shadow of that scandal adds a layer of unexpected tension, and by any obvious means, MrBeast is looking to recreate the same “kiss cam” moment that has been the talk of the world in recent times.
Tag Your Boss To Get MrBeast’s VIP Coldplay Concert Tickets, But Watch Out…
MrBeast, known for his attention-grabbing stunts and massive giveaways, added a twist to this Coldplay experience that blends opportunity with potential embarrassment.
“I bought two VIP Coldplay tickets and one random person that tags their boss in the replies will win them! (if you win watch out for the Jumbotron),” MrBeast posted on X.
I bought two VIP Coldplay tickets and one random person that tags their boss in the replies will win them! (if you win watch out for the Jumbotron) pic.twitter.com/2VKUbeIhJZ
— MrBeast (@MrBeast) July 18, 2025
The seemingly lighthearted contest comes with a playful warning that alludes to the now-infamous Coldplay “kiss cam” incident that shocked social media. MrBeast also gave a glimpse of the tickets with a selfie as he held them.
The “Kiss Cam” Backstory… In case You Didn’t Know
Coldplay accidentally exposed an alleged affair between Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his colleague Kristin Cabot at one of their recent concerts. pic.twitter.com/hsJHV2u5UM
— Pop Base (@PopBase) July 17, 2025
During Coldplay’s concert at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, a seemingly innocent moment on the stadium’s kiss cam turned into a full-blown corporate scandal. A silver-haired man and a blonde woman appeared onscreen and immediately reacted with discomfort. The woman shielded her face, and the man swiftly moved out of frame, a reaction that only fueled online curiosity. Soon, the internet had allegedly identified the couple as Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief People Officer.
The Concert Cam Turned Into A Corporate Crisis
While neither Byron nor Cabot has made public statements, the fallout has been swift. Astronomer, the cybersecurity startup they’re tied to, responded with a formal announcement on X—
“Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability. The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter and we will have additional details to share very shortly. Alyssa Stoddard was not at the event and no other employees were in the video. Andy Byron has not put out any statement, reports saying otherwise are all incorrect.”
Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability.
The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter and we will have additional… pic.twitter.com/rfrAQ5bygy
— Astronomer (@astronomerio) July 18, 2025
The board of directors has launched a formal investigation, and Axios confirmed that Byron is now on a leave of absence while Cabot has been suspended (per TMZ). The company promises more details soon. “Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability,” the statement added.
In a video obtained by TMZ, the duo were seen swaying to “Yellow” by Coldplay, arms around each other in a moment that felt far more intimate than what the public first saw. While the pair’s kiss on the Jumbotron made headlines, the footage captured from behind them revealed they were deeply affectionate even when they weren’t on display.
TMZ just released footage of Astronomer CEO Andy Byron kissing his HR chief Kristin Cabot at the Coldplay concert
pic.twitter.com/NEUcPWTHjR— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 18, 2025
Chris Martin, Coldplay’s frontman, couldn’t help but comment from the stage. “Oh, look at these two. You’re all right,” he joked before adding, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.” His improvisation during “The Jumbotron Song” only added fuel to the online fire. The saga continues…
