Kelly Clarkson Responds to Brooklyn Store After They Refute Her Bad Shopping Experience

Kelly Clarkson's ongoing dispute with Brooklyn store Art of Play has intensified, with the singer accusing the shop of lying after it disputed her account of a Pretty Woman-style snub. Initially, Clarkson took to X to criticize the boutique for treating her as though she couldn't afford its merchandise, comparing the experience to a 1990s film.

In response, the store posted on Instagram, clarifying that the item Clarkson inquired about, a singing-and-dancing bird automaton named "Molly," is permanently attached to the wall and not for sale. However, Clarkson was not convinced by this explanation and posted a grainy photo to Instagram Stories, claiming the bird was on display and had a $15,000 price tag.

She alleged that an employee had quoted the price before attempting to find "something comparable," describing the interaction as both rude and deceitful. Clarkson also rejected any notion that she was targeting a small business, emphasizing that all customers should be treated equally, regardless of the store's size. Art of Play's response on Sunday was more diplomatic, acknowledging that the "negative experience Kelly described ... would resonate with anyone who has ever felt judged in a shop" and promising to be equally welcoming to all visitors.

The store also noted being overwhelmed by the response to Clarkson's post, claiming "8 million people who have never visited our store" had suddenly attacked them. The exchange is occurring during a pivotal moment in Clarkson's career, as she concluded her seven-season run on The Kelly Clarkson Show in August and returned to NBC's The Voice for its 30th season.