2025 was marked by viral trends like the Labubu dolls' popularity, the nonsensical '67' meme embraced by Generation Alpha, a viral Coldplay concert incident leading to executive resignations, and a high-profile $102 million Louvre jewelry heist, all illustrating how online moments significantly influence real-world events and discourse.
Kristin Cabot, involved in a viral Coldplay 'kiss cam' incident with her boss, is struggling to find employment after being labeled 'unemployable' due to misinformation and public backlash following the incident, which also led to her resignation from her role as chief people officer at Astronomer.
Kristin Cabot, HR head at Astronomer, resigned after being caught on a Kiss Cam embracing her boss, CEO Andy Byron, during a Coldplay concert, which went viral on social media.
The article debunks the claim that 'The Simpsons' predicted the Coldplay kiss-cam scandal, clarifying that the viral image was AI-generated and not from the show. It also highlights how the show has accurately predicted other major events in the past, but emphasizes that these predictions are largely due to chance, coincidence, or the show's satirical nature, rather than psychic abilities.
Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' featured a humorous spoof of Coldplay's viral kiss-cam video with cameos from Jimmy Fallon, Jon Stewart, John Oliver, Seth Meyers, and others, as a playful farewell after CBS announced the show's cancellation, which many suspect was politically motivated. The segment included musical performances and jokes about the show's financial losses and political controversies.
Astronomer has not yet fired HR head Kristin Cabot despite her involvement in a viral Coldplay concert incident with CEO Andy Byron, who has resigned. Legal experts suggest that firing her isn't straightforward without clear evidence or a supporting paper trail, and there may be more to her story. Cabot remains on leave and has deactivated her LinkedIn, with no public statement issued.
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigned following a viral 'kiss cam' incident at a Coldplay concert, which drew widespread attention and scrutiny, prompting the company to address its impact on reputation and initiate a leadership change.
During a Coldplay Kiss Cam at a Phillies game, the Phillie Phanatic was caught on camera cuddling with a woman, leading to humorous reactions and social media buzz, reminiscent of other viral kiss cam moments.