Astronomer executives on leave following viral Coldplay concert incident

Saturday 19 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 19 Jul 2025, 8:12pm

The CEO and HR director of US tech firm Astronomer are reportedly on leave following a viral video of them embracing on a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert. The company is investigating the incident, stating the relationship was unknown to its board.

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1. StuffSat 19 Jul 2025, 11:05am

   Kiss cam pair reportedly on leave, Coldplay concert incident under investigation by company (opens in new tab)

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2. RNZSat 19 Jul 2025, 7:30pm

   Coldplay 'kiss cam' chief executive suspended by employer (opens in new tab)