Andy Byron, the Chief Executive Officer of tech company Astronomer, has been placed on leave following a viral video incident involving a couple at a Coldplay concert that sparked widespread speculation and public scrutiny.

The company confirmed that co-founder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy has assumed the role of interim CEO pending further developments. A formal investigation into the matter has been launched.

The controversy erupted after a video circulated online showing a man and woman, whose identities remain unconfirmed, being spotlighted on the “kiss cam” during Coldplay’s performance at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. As the couple attempted to hide their faces, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin made a light-hearted comment, suggesting, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.”

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The moment quickly gained traction on social media, prompting a wave of speculation about the individuals involved. In response to the attention, the company issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to professional conduct and accountability at all leadership levels. It stated that the investigation would clarify all relevant issues surrounding the incident.

Further developments during the concert included Martin appearing to express concern about the fallout from his on-stage joke, telling the audience, “I hope we didn’t do something bad.”

Although the company has not confirmed the identities of those in the video, it clarified that other employees were not involved and dismissed reports suggesting otherwise. Sources close to the company indicated that internal deliberations and negotiations over Byron’s exit package contributed to delays in the public response.

Astronomer’s board emphasized that more details would be disclosed as the investigation progresses.