The kiss cam video’s awkward moment and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin’s lighthearted reaction quickly went viral online. Internet users soon identified both executives and uncovered details about their marriages. While public response has been mixed—some criticizing, others calling for empathy—the incident has had lasting consequences on their careers and public image.

Before the controversy, Cabot was known for her people-first leadership style in the tech sector. She previously held executive HR roles at companies like Neo4j and had expressed enthusiasm for her role at Astronomer. As attention fades, Cabot’s future remains uncertain, but the incident serves as a reminder of how quickly private moments can become public narratives in the digital age.