From Salon · CK Smith · · 1m 10s
Kelly Clarkson Accuses Brooklyn Store of Rude Treatment
Kelly Clarkson claims Brooklyn shop treated her like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman after $15K bird dispute.
In brief
Kelly Clarkson claims Brooklyn shop treated her like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman after $15K bird dispute. Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of rude treatment after claiming a $15,000 mechanical bird was available but was told it wasn't for sale. Originally reported by Salon.
Kelly Clarkson's Brooklyn shopping trip
Kelly Clarkson visited Art of Play in Brooklyn on Saturday to check out merchandise.
“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”
Clarkson's complaint about treatment
Clarkson said an employee treated her as if she couldn't afford the store's merchandise.
“literally was looked at as if I couldn’t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me”
The disputed bird
The object at the center of the dispute was Molly, a $15,000 mechanical singing bird.
“this being the bird kelly clarkson wanted to buy😭”
Art of Play's response
Art of Play said Molly was permanently attached to the wall and not for sale.
“Imagine our surprise when our small local business was suddenly attacked by 8 million people who have never visited our store”
Clarkson's counterclaim
Clarkson claimed she pointed to a $15,000 price tag and was told the bird was available.
“so you’re not only rude, you’re also a liar. Got it”
Resolution attempt
Art of Play offered a $2,000 German alternative but Clarkson left before seeing it.
“it costs 15,000 dollars so if you’d like me to find something comparable for you I can”
Social media backlash
Clarkson's post reached 40 million views by Monday morning, dividing social media users.
“As a talented popular singer once said 'what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger'”
What to remember
Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of rude treatment after claiming a $15,000 mechanical bird was available but was told it wasn't for sale.
