BOSTON—A viral statement purportedly from Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, apologizing for an awkward Kiss Cam incident with colleague Kristin Cabot at a Coldplay concert, has been exposed as AI-generated and fake, confirmed by digital verification platform Oneindia.
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The controversy erupted during Coldplay’s July 17 performance at Gillette Stadium when cameras captured Byron seated beside Cabot, the company’s Chief Human Resources Officer. Frontman Chris Martin joked, “Oh look at these two, either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.” Byron ducked from view while Cabot covered her face—a reaction that fueled speculation and propelled #Coldplaygate to trend globally.
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Hours later, a statement attributed to Byron circulated widely, apologizing to his wife, family, and Astronomer staff: “What was supposed to be a night of music and joy turned into a deeply personal mistake...” The message claimed responsibility for “inappropriate conduct.”
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However, Oneindia’s forensic analysis confirmed the statement was fabricated using artificial intelligence. No authentic apology has been issued by Byron or Astronomer to date. The incident continues to ignite debates about workplace boundaries and the dangers of AI misinformation.
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Astronomer has yet to comment publicly. Neither Byron nor Cabot has addressed their relationship status or the viral moment.
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