Kelly Clarkson Engages in Public Dispute with New York Shop Over Alleged Misconduct and $15,000 Item
Singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson has become embroiled in a public dispute with Art of Play, a New York store, following an incident she detailed on X. Clarkson claimed that upon visiting the shop with intentions to purchase items, she was treated as if she could not afford them. She specifically mentioned a $15,000 item, a 'Singing Bird' automaton, which she was allegedly told was for sale. Her post, which garnered over 39.9 million views, urged followers to visit the shop if they wished to be treated similarly to Julia Roberts' character in 'Pretty Woman'. Art of Play responded on Instagram, stating that the 'Singing Bird' (named Molly) is a one-of-a-kind automaton permanently attached to a wall and not for sale. The shop expressed surprise at the online backlash from millions of users who had never visited their store. Clarkson subsequently posted on Instagram Stories, accusing the shop of lying about the item's availability and sharing a grainy photo purportedly showing the item with a price tag...
