BREAKING NEWS: Did CEO Andy Byron Just Win the Lawsuit?

His Latest Statement: “We Are Innocent, and I Will Sue Everyone Involved”

A new piece of evidence has surfaced, shifting public perception—and escalating the already explosive saga surrounding former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR Chief Kristin Cabot. In a defiant public statement, Byron not only announced that he and his wife are divorcing, but also claimed Cabot is now single, declaring: “WE ARE INNOCENT, AND I WILL SUE EVERYONE INVOLVED.”

This bold assertion raises two questions:

Are they unbothered because of principle?
Or because what he said might actually be true?

What We Know So Far

Andy Byron’s downfall began when a video captured him and Kristin Cabot embracing on a “kiss cam” during a Coldplay concert in Boston. Their sudden recoil from the camera made front-man Chris Martin joke: “Either they’re having an affair or they’re very shy.” Immediately, the clip went viral, unsettling both their careers and private lives .

Byron was placed on administrative leave and tendered his resignation on July 19, 2025, confirmed by the company board . Meanwhile, Cabot was reportedly placed on leave and remained listed on Astronomer’s leadership page days later, causing speculation about her employment fate

Marital Fallout: Who’s Divorcing Whom?

Megan Kerrigan Byron, Andy’s wife, removed his surname from her social profiles and deactivated them entirely after the scandal emerged. Legal experts believe the couple is headed for divorce, with Kerrigan potentially entitled to half of Andy’s estimated $20 million–$70 million fortune under Massachusetts’s 50/50 marital laws

As for Kristin Cabot, she was reported to have divorced her previous husband, Kenneth Thornby, in 2022 after a separation beginning in 2018. Since then, she appears to have remarried—her current partner is reportedly Andrew Cabot, CEO of Privateer Rum, with whom she purchased a $2.2 million home in New Hampshire just five months before the controversy  However, recent sightings without a wedding ring fuel speculation that her marriage may now be on the rocks

The New Evidence: What’s Changed?

A mysterious new piece of evidence has emerged—over recent days, sources indicate Megan released it, potentially exposing details that could upend prevailing narratives. While the specifics remain undisclosed, it’s said to have significantly influenced Byron’s confidence and prompted his threat to sue “everyone involved.” This suggests he may see a factual basis for his claims that could withstand legal scrutiny.

Are They Unbothered Because They Are Morally Unafraid… or Because They May Be Right?

1. A Matter of Principle?

Byron’s emphatic denial and legal threats imply he believes he and Cabot did nothing wrong. If he truly feels slandered or defamed, he may see this as a moral struggle against false narratives—especially given how quickly public opinion turned against him. Cabot, meanwhile, may feel she was unfairly drawn into the scandal without full context.

2. Or Because Some Claims May Hold Water?

Byron stressed Cabot is “also now single”—a claim that may suggest they both reframed their personal circumstances post‑scandal. If Cabot is indeed divorcing, the relationship timing could align in ways that provide a defense of moral consistency rather than wrongdoing—or what Byron implies is consensual involvement rather than illicit affair.

However, critics argue Byron’s proposed lawsuits (against Coldplay, the band’s organizers, any viral TikTok sharers, or media outlets) face steep uphill battles. Legal experts say defamation claims may fail because the kiss-cam moment and Chris Martin’s jokes were not malicious lies, and privacy claims are likely invalid given the public setting and ticket terms

Legal Risks & Financial Consequences

If divorce proceeds, Megan Kerrigan is poised to collect a substantial settlement—legal estimates place her share between $10 million and $35 million, based on Andy’s wealth

For Cabot, divorce implications are murkier. The couple’s relatively short cohabitation and possible prenuptial agreements may limit her liability—even with a $1.6 million mortgage outstanding on their New Hampshire home. But property division discussions and financial responsibility remain complicated .

What the Public and Legal Experts Are Saying

Reddit legal commentary frames Byron’s potential lawsuits as miscalculated:

“Byron is citing ‘emotional distress’ and ‘invasion of privacy’ … He didn’t consent to being filmed or publicly humiliated.”
But others respond:
“He was filmed in a public place in front of 65,000 other people.”

Legal analysts repeatedly observe that being embarrassed on stage is not cause for defamation or privacy suits when captured as part of public entertainment—even if it becomes a scandal.

Conclusion: What Does This Mean?

So, did Andy Byron just “win” the lawsuit? Not yet. There’s no lawsuit filed or won. Instead, Byron’s statement displays confidence—perhaps based on the new evidence his camp claims—to push back legally and reclaim the narrative.

Are they unbothered?

Maybe: Byron’s assertive rhetoric suggests he believes the truth is on his side.
Maybe not: The financial and reputational stakes are enormous—so his posture may be strategic defiance more than moral conviction.

As for the public verdict: it’s too early to say what the courts will decide or how divorces will unfold financially. But one thing is clear: the story is far from over. The newly released evidence appears to be a pivot point—and could redefine the entire scandal in the coming weeks.