By Staff Reporter
Dubai: The Coldplay “kiss cam” moment that went viral last summer is back in the spotlight — but this time, it’s taken a surprising turn.
Kristin Cabot, who found herself at the centre of the social media storm, is now set to headline a major crisis public relations conference in Washington, D.C. this April. Tickets to attend the event range from $750 to $875.
Cabot appears to be transforming a deeply public controversy into a professional case study on reputation management and crisis response.
The controversy began during a Coldplay concert in Boston last summer. Cabot attended the show alongside Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, where she served as Chief People Officer.
When the stadium’s kiss cam focused on the pair, they were seen sharing what many online described as an intimate moment. The footage quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing widespread attention.
As is often the case in viral situations, speculation intensified rapidly. Online commentators made assumptions about the nature of their relationship, and Cabot became the target of harsh criticism. Reports indicated that she received severe online abuse, including threats.
Now, Cabot is reportedly turning that experience into a learning opportunity. At the upcoming conference, she is expected to speak about managing public scrutiny, digital backlash, and protecting personal and corporate reputations during crises.
Her appearance signals how rapidly viral incidents can reshape careers — sometimes in unexpected ways.
