Andrew Cabot, CEO of Privateer Rum, recently faced a personal crisis while he was on a business trip in Japan. After returning home, he found himself at the center of a public scandal involving his wife, Kristin Cabot, who was caught in a compromising moment with Andy Byron, the former CEO of a New York-based software firm, during a Coldplay concert.
Sources revealed that Andrew was away for several weeks and was blindsided by the incident, which quickly gained traction on social media. Family sources indicated that the couple had recently been facing marital difficulties, despite presenting a united front just a month prior, including sharing a cheerful Facebook post showcasing their family life alongside their children.
The Cabots married after Kristin finalized her divorce in 2022 and had invested in a $2.2 million home in Rye, New Hampshire, just five months before the scandal erupted. Andrew is a member of a wealthy and historic Boston family known for its long-standing influence in New England, and his lineage traces back to a notable American privateer.
Notably, Kristin is also connected to Privateer Rum, having served as an advisory board member since September 2020. Currently, Astronomer has placed both her and Byron on leave as part of an investigation into the incident, which included Byron resigning less than a week after the concert.
This complicated situation highlights the challenges that can arise even in seemingly stable relationships, reminding us that we often don’t know what goes on behind closed doors. Despite the unfolding drama, there remains hope that reconciliation could be possible, as the couple had only recently proclaimed their love for each other.