Chris Martin FIRES BACK at Andy Byron — NEW Evidence Emerges in Coldplay Kiss Cam Lawsuit!

Chris Martin FIRES BACK at Andy Byron — NEW Evidence Emerges in Coldplay Kiss Cam Lawsuit!

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is done staying silent.

In a wild escalation no one saw coming, Grammy-winning musician and Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin has fired back legally at indie filmmaker Andy Byron, after Byron reportedly filed a lawsuit against the band over the now-notorious Coldplay Kiss Cam incident that has captivated — and divided — the internet for weeks.

And now? New video evidence has surfaced, and it’s changing everything.

⚖️ Quick Recap: Kiss Cam Chaos Goes Legal

To rewind: at Coldplay’s L.A. show last month, the stadium’s Kiss Cam panned to Andy Byron and rising actress Kristin Cabot. The moment was awkward — Byron hesitated, visibly uncomfortable, while Cabot leaned in slightly, only to be left hanging.

The clip went ultra-viral. Cue think pieces, memes, and eventually: Byron’s downfall. Public backlash intensified when it was revealed Byron was still legally married to another woman, Elena Graye Byron.

Fast forward to last week: Andy Byron filed a civil suit in L.A. County against Coldplay’s tour organizers and “parties associated with the broadcast,” claiming “emotional distress, reputational harm, and intentional defamation via unauthorized camera use.”

💥 Chris Martin Responds — And He’s Not Holding Back

Chris Martin’s legal team filed a counter-claim this morning, calling Byron’s lawsuit “baseless, opportunistic, and defamatory in itself.”

In a statement issued by Martin’s attorney, the band says:

“Coldplay’s Kiss Cam is a light-hearted, fan-driven experience. Mr. Byron was selected randomly by the production team, not targeted or coerced. Any fallout from his behavior is the result of his own actions, not ours.”

And then came the kicker:

“Furthermore, new footage confirms Mr. Byron was aware of the Kiss Cam protocol prior to the incident and consented to camera participation while backstage.”

🎥 NEW FOOTAGE: What the Internet Missed

As part of the countersuit, Coldplay’s legal team submitted never-before-seen backstage video showing Andy Byron smiling and joking with crew members minutes before the show — and allegedly agreeing to being featured on the big screen.

In the clip, which has not been released publicly but was described in court documents, Byron is heard saying:

“Just don’t catch me during a bathroom break. But yeah, do your worst — we’ll play along.”

This directly contradicts Byron’s claim that he was “blindsided” by the public broadcast.

Fans are already buzzing about the leak on X (formerly Twitter):

“LMAOOO not Byron saying ‘play along’ and then suing when it blows up.”
“Chris Martin really said ‘I’m not Gwyneth. I will fight you in court.’”
“This whole saga is better than any Netflix doc right now.”

💼 The Legal Fallout Could Be Massive

Byron’s lawsuit had sought $3.2 million in damages, citing the loss of a film distribution deal, “irreparable reputation harm,” and “mental health consequences.”

Now, Coldplay’s countersuit accuses Byron of:

Filing in bad faith

Breach of implied contract

And intentional misrepresentation

Martin’s lawyers are seeking dismissal of all charges, reimbursement of legal costs, and — in a bold move — a public retraction from Byron “acknowledging the facts of the case.”

👀 What’s Next?

A court hearing has been set for next Friday, and insiders say both sides are preparing for a high-profile media storm. Kristin Cabot has not been named in either suit, but her PR team has declined all comment since the lawsuit emerged.

Meanwhile, Byron has gone dark on social media, and his personal website was taken offline earlier this week.

Coldplay, however, continues on tour — with fans in Chicago chanting “Kiss Cam King!” during the encore at their last show.

🎙️ Final Thoughts

Chris Martin has kept it zen for decades — but this time, he’s taking off the wristbands and picking up legal briefs.

And with this new footage in play, it looks like Byron’s Coldplay lawsuit may end with a fix — but not the one he hoped for.