Astronomer CEO resigns after viral Coldplay concert video

Sunday 20 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sun 20 Jul 2025, 2:18pm

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Andy Byron has resigned as chief executive of the tech firm Astronomer. The decision follows a viral video showing Byron embracing an employee at a Coldplay concert. The company's board has accepted his resignation and will begin searching for a new leader.

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2. RNZSun 20 Jul 2025, 8:25am

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3. Otago Daily TimesSun 20 Jul 2025, 2:18pm

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