Could Coldplay’s viral moment lead to grace?

Hope Bonarcher unpacks a viral moment from a recent Coldplay concert that became much more than just internet fodder. She explores what happens when secrets come to light—and what grace can look like in the aftermath.

If you’re anything like me, you’re already familiar with the Coldplay concert tidal wave that swept over last week. Andy Byron, CEO of AI company, Astronomer, and his Chief People (HR) Officer, Kristin Cabot, were captured on a kisscam at a Coldplay concert, held at the 65,000+ seat Gilette Stadium in Boston.

When the couples’ tender embrace was highlighted on the Jumbotron before 50,000 fans, their faces appeared shocked; their cosy body language immediately changed. Cabot reeled completely away from Byron, covering her face, while he ineffectively ducked down out of view of the camera. The couple’s unexpected, completely conspicious reaction lead Coldplay frontman, Chris Martin, to say what every fan in the audience must have been thinking. “Either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy.”