Estranged Couple United on One Front
Kristin Cabot — who unexpectedly went viral after being spotted on the Kiss Cam at a Coldplay concert — is now at the center of a highly publicized divorce. However, both she and her estranged husband, Andrew Cabot, are asking a New Hampshire judge to keep their case out of the public eye.
Court records confirm Andrew filed a motion last month backing Kristin’s request to seal the divorce petition and all related proceedings. His filing emphasized that their top concern is shielding their children and family from unwanted publicity, citing New Hampshire law that allows such protections.
Why Privacy Matters in This Divorce
Andrew made it clear he does not want media attention fueled by Kristin’s viral concert moment to spill over into their legal battle. In his motion, he stressed the need to “provide their family and the children with as much protection and privacy as possible.”
The court has since granted the request, officially sealing the proceedings. This means the details of the case — including financial arrangements and custody discussions — will remain confidential.
Mediation on the Table
Interestingly, Andrew also indicated he is open to resolving the divorce through mediation rather than a prolonged courtroom fight. This suggests the pair may be working toward a private settlement, an approach often chosen by high-profile couples seeking to limit public scrutiny.
Viral Coldplay Kiss Cam Incident Sparked Attention
The couple’s divorce gained traction after Kristin was unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight in July during a Coldplay concert. The Jumbotron captured her in an embrace with Andy Byron, who at the time was the CEO of the tech firm Astronomer.
The clip showed the two quickly pulling apart when they realized they were on camera — but by then, the moment had already spread across social media. Their identities were soon revealed, and the fallout was swift. Both Kristin and Byron ultimately stepped down from their positions at Astronomer in the wake of the viral video.
Andrew Speaks Out
Earlier this week, Andrew Cabot broke his silence. Through a representative, he told PEOPLE that he and Kristin had already been “privately and amicably separated several weeks before the Coldplay concert.”
This clarification appears aimed at cooling speculation around the timeline of events and protecting his estranged wife from further public backlash.
Attempting to Lower the Spotlight
While many celebrity divorces play out in messy, public battles, Andrew’s legal strategy shows he is determined to take a different route. Rather than dragging Kristin through the courts, his filings reflect a desire to minimize drama and protect their children from the intense glare of online gossip and media headlines.
By agreeing with Kristin on sealing the case, Andrew has aligned himself with her request for privacy, even amid the couple’s separation.
Looking Ahead
Though the details of their divorce will remain under wraps due to the court’s ruling, one thing is clear: both Kristin and Andrew want to protect their children and avoid further public spectacle.
With mediation on the horizon, the former couple could settle the matter outside of court, keeping the focus on moving forward privately rather than fueling more viral headlines.
Sources: TMZ
