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Kelly Clarkson Store Statement
Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of poor treatment; store claims she wanted to buy unsold 'Molly' bird automaton.
In brief
Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of poor treatment; store claims she wanted to buy unsold 'Molly' bird automaton. Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of poor treatment; store says she wanted to buy unsold singing bird automaton. Originally reported by LADbible.
Kelly Clarkson's complaint
Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of poor treatment in New York.
“Just drove all the way to Brooklyn to check out this store I thought looked really rad and had a few things in mind to buy and literally was looked at as if I couldn’t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me”
Pretty Woman comparison
Clarkson likened the incident to the Pretty Woman movie scene where Julia Roberts' character felt unwelcome.
“Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a huge sale”
Store's response
Art of Play claimed Clarkson wanted to buy unsold singing bird automaton 'Molly'.
“Yesterday, Kelly Clarkson visited us in Brooklyn and inquired about buying ‘Molly,’ a one-of-a-kind singing and dancing bird automaton who plays an important role in the magic shows we host here”
Molly details
Molly is permanently attached to the wall and not for sale.
“Molly is permanently attached to the wall and isn’t for sale”
Store's invitation
Art of Play invites all visitors to 'pick things up and play' regardless of purchase intent.
“At Art of Play whether someone comes in to make a purchase or simply look around for a while, they are equally welcome”
Store's statement
Art of Play says Clarkson's complaint reflects feelings of being judged in shops.
“However, the negative experience Kelly described on twitter would resonate with anyone who has ever felt judged in a shop”
What to remember
Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of poor treatment; store says she wanted to buy unsold singing bird automaton.
