Andy Byron’s Vanishing Act: What Happened To The Astronomer CEO’s LinkedIn Profile?
The internet is buzzing. Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, has seemingly disappeared. At least, his LinkedIn presence has.
What’s going on? The answer might involve a Coldplay concert.
July 16, 2025. Gillette Stadium. A Coldplay concert.
The “Kiss Cam” focused on Andy Byron. Next to him, Kristin Cabot, Astronomer’s Chief People Officer.
Cameras captured an embrace. Byron with his arm around Cabot's waist.
Cabot appeared startled. Trying to hide her face.
A live quip from Chris Martin, Coldplay’s frontman:
“Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.”
Awkward.
But that’s not all.
Alyssa Stoddard, Astronomer’s Senior Director of People, was also there.
Her reaction? Priceless. And viral.
Stoddard’s face became synonymous with workplace discomfort.
Cue social media meltdown.
The Players
Let's break down the key individuals involved in this drama.
Andy Byron
CEO of Astronomer. Formerly held leadership roles at Lacework, Cybereason, and Fuze.
Now, seemingly, missing from LinkedIn.
Kristin Cabot
Chief People Officer at Astronomer.
Divorced in 2022 from Kenneth C. Thornby.
Also seemingly scrubbed from LinkedIn.
Alyssa Stoddard
Sr. Director of People (recently promoted to VP).
The face that launched a thousand memes.
The silent observer of the alleged #ColdplayGate incident.
Megan Kerrigan Byron
Andy’s wife.
An educator in Massachusetts.
She has removed the “Byron” surname from social media.
Ouch.
Kenneth C. Thornby
Ex-husband of Kristin Cabot.
Divorced from Cabot in 2022.
One can only imagine what he is thinking.
Background Briefing
A little more context is needed to understand the situation.
Byron and Megan reportedly share two children. They live in a Massachusetts suburb.
Public records show they own a home worth over $1 million. Listed under a trust.
Cabot, a Boston native, joined Astronomer in 2024.
Byron described her in a press release as a “proven leader.”
Kenneth C. Thornby, and Cabot filed for divorce in 2018. This was formally concluded in 2022.
The plot thickens.
The Aftermath
What happened after the Coldplay concert? A digital storm.
No official statement has been issued by Astronomer, Byron, or Cabot regarding the incident.
Silence speaks volumes.
Fake apology statements attributed to Byron circulated online. One even quoted Coldplay lyrics.
These were debunked as parody. The internet can be a cruel place.
Elon Musk chimed in with a laughing emoji on X (formerly Twitter). Mocking the situation.
Of course, he did.
Social media erupted under the hashtag #ColdplayGate. Debates about executive ethics and workplace relationships.
LinkedIn accounts for Byron and Cabot were either deactivated or scrubbed.
The disappearing act.
Megan Kerrigan’s social profiles were deleted or made private. Further fueling speculation of personal fallout.
The family is circling the wagons.
The Missing LinkedIn Profiles
Let's focus on the disappearing LinkedIn profiles. Why?
A LinkedIn profile is a professional identity. It's a digital resume. A networking tool.
For a CEO, it's crucial. It projects an image of competence, leadership, and stability.
Removing or deactivating a LinkedIn profile is a significant move.
It raises questions.
Did Byron choose to remove his profile?
Was it a company decision?
Was it an attempt to control the narrative?
Was it hacked?
Or perhaps simply to let the storm pass?
What about Cabot’s profile? The same questions apply.
Are they both hiding?
Are they both protecting their privacy?
Are they both waiting for the controversy to die down?
The silence from Astronomer is deafening. No comment. No explanation.
The Implications
This incident has implications. For Byron. For Cabot. For Astronomer.
Reputation is everything. Especially for a CEO.
The #ColdplayGate incident has damaged Byron’s reputation.
Fairly or unfairly.
It raises questions about his judgment. About his leadership. About his ethics.
Cabot’s reputation is also at stake.
The perception of favoritism. The potential for a hostile work environment.
These are serious concerns for a Chief People Officer.
Astronomer’s reputation is also on the line.
Investors are watching. Customers are watching. Employees are watching.
How will the company respond?
How will it address the concerns raised by this incident?
How will it rebuild trust?
The Future
What happens next?
Will Byron and Cabot return to LinkedIn?
Will Astronomer issue a statement?
Will Megan Kerrigan and Andy Byron reconcile?
Will Kenneth C. Thornby write a tell-all book?
Only time will tell.
The internet is watching. Waiting. Speculating.
The LinkedIn profiles remain missing. A digital void. A symbol of the controversy.
Andy Byron’s vanishing act continues.
The curtain closes. For now.
