Phillies Play Coldplay Tune on Jumbotron, Mock CEO Kiss Cam Controversy

The Philadelphia Phillies took a cheeky swing at a recent controversy involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron during their Friday night clash with the Los Angeles Angels. At Citizens Bank Park, the jumbotron lit up with a Coldplay tune during the kiss cam segment, a not-so-subtle nod to the viral moment when Byron was allegedly caught on camera with the company’s HR chief, Kristin Cabot, at a Coldplay concert.

The crowd roared with laughter and applause as the song played, clearly in on the joke. This incident has sparked waves beyond just Philly, with other sports teams like the St. Louis Cardinals and Seattle Mariners joining in with their own playful jabs on social media. Even Netflix and Michael Jordan’s racing company couldn’t resist poking fun at the drama.

Meanwhile, Astronomer has responded with a formal statement, emphasizing their commitment to company values and culture. "Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability," the company posted on X, announcing a board investigation into the matter with more details to come. They also clarified that no other employees were involved in the video, specifically noting that Senior Director of People, Alyssa Stoddard, was not at the concert.

Public records add another layer to the story, revealing that Cabot and her husband finalized their divorce in 2022, while no such records exist for Byron, who appears to still be married. Yet, property records from New Hampshire show Kristin and Andrew Cabot purchased a home together as a married couple in April 2024, raising more eyebrows.

What started as a lighthearted kiss cam moment at a concert—amplified by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin’s quip about an affair or shyness—has turned into a full-blown cultural phenomenon, blending personal scandal with public entertainment. It’s a reminder that in today’s world, a fleeting moment on a screen can ignite a firestorm that even the best PR team might struggle to extinguish.