Why Are We Obsessed With the Coldplay Kiss Cam Story?

Chris Martin is the only celeb involved in the biggest scandal of the summer— and that's not even why we love it

- DAN WAKEFORD

It's fair to say we're living in unprecedented times. It's impossible to keep up with the news, and headlines that would have once seemed outlandish are now the norm. And yet, this summer, one story has stood out from the rest, capturing the attention of an entire distracted planet: the tale of a tech CEO caught cuddling at a concert.

If you haven't been on social media recently (good for you!), here's a recap: At Coldplay's July 16 show at Boston's Gillette Stadium, the Jumbotron camera was scanning the excited crowd when it captured a starry-eyed couple, arms wrapped tightly around each other.