Kelly Clarkson And Brooklyn Store Feud
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In a statement posted to Instagram on Sunday, Art of Play said Clarkson asked about purchasing Molly, a “one-of-a-kind singing and dancing bird automaton.” The mechanical bird was not for sale, the store stated, because it “plays an important role in the magic shows we host here.”
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Kelly Clarkson visited a Brooklyn store called Art of Play and claimed she was mistreated by an employee.1
Clarkson said the employee looked at her as if she could not afford items in the store and offered something comparable to what she wanted.1
The singer compared her experience to a scene from 'Pretty Woman' where Julia Roberts' character is dismissed by a boutique saleswoman.12
Art of Play responded, stating that the item Clarkson wanted was not for sale and they posted positive reviews about their staff's kindness which were later deleted.3
The store claimed that Clarkson tried to buy an item named Molly, a one-of-a-kind singing bird automaton permanently attached to the wall and not for sale.3
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Sources cited (4)
- Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatment Fox News, 11 Oct
- Kelly Clarkson says a Brooklyn store snubbed her. The shop says the item she wanted wasn’t for sale. NBC News, 11 Oct
- Brooklyn store outed by Kelly Clarkson for alleged poor treatment responds, claims singer wanted item that wasn’t for sale New York Post, 11 Oct
- Minute by minute of Kelly Clarkson's Brooklyn store confrontation: Every moment inside shop caught on video - and the 'degrading' action everyone missed Daily Mail, 15 Oct
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Clarkson then compared the encounter to a memorable scene from the 1990 film "Pretty Woman," in which Julia Roberts’ character, Vivian Ward, is dismissed by a boutique saleswoman who assumes she cannot afford the store’s clothing.
Representatives for Clarkson and Art of Play did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
"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," Clarkson wrote.
“We’re going to keep our heads down and hopefully we can clear things up with Kelly someday,” they concluded.
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A recent incident at a small Brooklyn magic shop called Art of Play involved singer Kelly Clarkson having what was described as an "in-store meltdown" when she couldn't purchase a singing bird that was not for sale. The article's author, who praises the store and its management, defends the shop against negative press coverage while highlighting the unique experience it offers to visitors, including performances by…
Kelly Clarkson may disagree — but I love the Art of Play →12 articles from New York Post on this storyA Brooklyn novelty shop, Art of Play, initially stated that Molly, a singing and dancing mechanical bird and the store’s unofficial mascot, was not for sale following an incident involving Kelly Clarkson. However, on Tuesday, the store announced that Molly could be purchased for $15 million. The price change came after Clarkson posted about her experience at the shop on social media, claiming she was treated poorly…
Brooklyn store in Kelly Clarkson feud says Molly the mechanical bird is now on sale for $15 million →4 articles from NBC News on this storyAdam Rubin, co-owner of Art of Play in Brooklyn, told Fox News Digital that Kelly Clarkson’s public dispute over a $15,000 mechanical singing bird has put his business in danger and led to threats against him and his supporters. The incident began when Clarkson accused the store of treating her poorly due to her perceived lack of wealth during a shopping visit. In response, the price tag of the controversial bird…
Kelly Clarkson 'has put us in danger,' Brooklyn store owner claims as bird's price tag soars to $15M →2 articles from Fox News on this storyKelly Clarkson engaged in an online dispute with a Brooklyn novelty shop called Art of Play after she misunderstood the price tag of a mechanical bird named Molly, believing it to be $15,000 instead of its actual non-saleable status as the shop's mascot. This misunderstanding escalated when Clarkson accused the staff of treating her poorly due to her appearance and fans harassed the store in retaliation…
Kelly Clarkson ruffles feathers with an online feud over a $15,000 mechanical bird →2 articles from Toronto Star on this storyKelly Clarkson recently posted about an encounter at Art of Play, a toy store in New York, where she claims staff treated her as if she couldn't afford a $15,000 item. The store countered that the specific product Clarkson wanted was not for sale and disputed her version of events. In response, Clarkson provided a photo to support her claim. SiriusXM host Lamar Dawson discusses the incident on CBS News.
Kelly Clarkson feud with New York store goes viral →Singer Kelly Clarkson posted on social media about a negative experience at Art of Play, a Brooklyn store, claiming she felt judged due to the price of a mechanical bird toy. This led to backlash against the store from Clarkson's fans and prompted a public exchange between both parties. The incident highlights broader issues of power dynamics and influence wielded by celebrities when interacting with smaller…
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed →Show 5 more outlets
The article reports on how Kelly Clarkson's dispute with Brooklyn’s Art of Play store over a mechanical bird called "Molly" has escalated. The store owner, Adam Rubin, announced he would sell Molly for $15 million and distribute some proceeds among employees and the automaton’s creator. This comes after Clarkson posted about feeling unwelcome when she visited the shop, leading to an online feud between them.
Kelly Clarkson bird saga takes another turn as store owner's footage is released →A Brooklyn novelty shop called Art of Play is facing backlash after Grammy-winning singer Kelly Clarkson tweeted that she was not allowed to purchase a mechanical singing bird priced at $15,000 (£11,000). The store claims the bird, named Molly, is not for sale and offered Clarkson an alternative item. Following Clarkson's social media posts, the shop experienced increased attention from both customers and…
Brooklyn novelty shop reeling from 'surreal' row with Kelly Clarkson over mechanical bird →Kelly Clarkson spent four minutes and fifty seconds in a Brooklyn toy shop called Art of Play during which an encounter escalated into a public dispute over how she was treated by staff members. The incident began when Clarkson accused the shopkeepers of treating her poorly because they allegedly refused to sell her a $15,000 mechanical songbird named Molly that was supposedly not for sale according to the store…
Minute by minute of Kelly Clarkson's Brooklyn store confrontation: Every moment inside shop caught on video - and the 'degrading' action everyone missed →Celebrity TV host Kelly Clarkson caused controversy after alleging she was mistreated at Art of Play, a Brooklyn boutique, when trying to purchase a $15,000 mechanical singing bird. She posted on social media that the store treated her like Julia Roberts’ character in Pretty Woman and accused staff of staring at her as if she couldn’t afford the item. The shop denied targeting Clarkson and increased the price to $15…
Kelly Clarkson thinks she’s Pretty Woman. Then she throws a wally over a $22k mechanical bird →Singer Kelly Clarkson visited Art of Play, a Brooklyn toy store, on October 10 where she encountered a mechanical yellow bird named Molly priced at $15,000. After alleging she was treated rudely and insinuated that the staff thought she couldn't afford it, Clarkson shared her experience online, leading to an immediate backlash from the store through social media. The dispute escalated as both parties exchanged…
The toy store, $15m bird and famous singer at the centre of an online feud →Analysis
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How the first headlines put it
- Fox News framed the event as a mistreatment incident similar to 'Pretty Woman', whereas NBC News presented it as a dispute over whether the item was available or not.12
- The New York Post portrayed the story as a response from the store, while Daily Mail focused on the timeline and details of the incident.34
Words to watch (2)
Brooklyn store Kelly Clarkson blasted shares — and deletes —customer review about staff’s ‘kindness’ amid drama
Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatment
How it changed
- 11 Oct
In a statement posted to Instagram on Sunday, Art of Play said Clarkson asked about purchasing Molly, a “one-of-a-kind singing and dancing bird automaton.” The mechanical bird was not for sale, the store stated, because it “plays an important role in the magic shows we host here.”
- 12 Oct
“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,” she shared on X.
- 13 Oct
Rubin, who is adamant that no one in the store recognized the American Idol winner, claimed that along with threats against the store, Clarkson’s fans have slammed their friends, doxed neighbors and review-bombed businesses around the shop.
- 14 Oct
Adam Rubin, co-owner of Art of Play and a children’s author, spoke with Fox News Digital inside the Brooklyn store Tuesday morning, claiming the singer has put his business in danger after their viral dispute over a $15,000 mechanical singing bird.
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19 Oct Kelly Clarkson may disagree — but I love the Art of PlayA recent incident at a small Brooklyn magic shop called Art of Play involved singer Kelly Clarkson having what was described as an "in-store meltdown" when she couldn't purchase a singing bird that was not for sale. The article's author, who praises the store and its management, defends the shop against negative press coverage while highlighting the unique experience it offers to visitors, including performances by…New York Post17 Oct The toy store, $15m bird and famous singer at the centre of an online feudSinger Kelly Clarkson visited Art of Play, a Brooklyn toy store, on October 10 where she encountered a mechanical yellow bird named Molly priced at $15,000. After alleging she was treated rudely and insinuated that the staff thought she couldn't afford it, Clarkson shared her experience online, leading to an immediate backlash from the store through social media. The dispute escalated as both parties exchanged…ABC News (AU)
16 Oct Brooklyn shop reached out to Kelly Clarkson ‘multiple’ times over mechanical bird feudArt of Play, a Brooklyn store known for its collectible items and home goods, has reached out to Kelly Clarkson multiple times since their public feud over a mechanical bird named Molly. Despite not receiving a response from Clarkson, the shop has received significant local support and increased foot traffic due to media coverage. The source says that while negative comments persist online, the store continues to…New York Post16 Oct Kelly Clarkson thinks she’s Pretty Woman. Then she throws a wally over a $22k mechanical birdCelebrity TV host Kelly Clarkson caused controversy after alleging she was mistreated at Art of Play, a Brooklyn boutique, when trying to purchase a $15,000 mechanical singing bird. She posted on social media that the store treated her like Julia Roberts’ character in Pretty Woman and accused staff of staring at her as if she couldn’t afford the item. The shop denied targeting Clarkson and increased the price to $15…Sydney Morning Herald
15 Oct Kelly Clarkson ruffles feathers with an online feud over a $15,000 mechanical birdKelly Clarkson engaged in an online dispute with a Brooklyn novelty shop called Art of Play after she misunderstood the price tag of a mechanical bird named Molly, believing it to be $15,000 instead of its actual non-saleable status as the shop's mascot. This misunderstanding escalated when Clarkson accused the staff of treating her poorly due to her appearance and fans harassed the store in retaliation…Toronto Star
15 Oct Sunny Hostin slams ‘petty’ Kelly Clarkson for throwing ‘a bit of a tantrum’ after Brooklyn store security footage leaksSunny Hostin criticized Kelly Clarkson for her reaction after security footage from a Brooklyn store leaked online. On an episode of "The View," Hostin, 57, described Clarkson’s behavior as “petty” and suggested that celebrities with large followings should handle such situations privately due to their influence on social media. Raven-Symoné defended Clarkson by arguing that fans shouldn’t silence her based on her…New York Post
15 Oct Minute by minute of Kelly Clarkson's Brooklyn store confrontation: Every moment inside shop caught on video - and the 'degrading' action everyone missedKelly Clarkson spent four minutes and fifty seconds in a Brooklyn toy shop called Art of Play during which an encounter escalated into a public dispute over how she was treated by staff members. The incident began when Clarkson accused the shopkeepers of treating her poorly because they allegedly refused to sell her a $15,000 mechanical songbird named Molly that was supposedly not for sale according to the store…Daily Mail
14 Oct Brooklyn novelty shop reeling from 'surreal' row with Kelly Clarkson over mechanical birdA Brooklyn novelty shop called Art of Play is facing backlash after Grammy-winning singer Kelly Clarkson tweeted that she was not allowed to purchase a mechanical singing bird priced at $15,000 (£11,000). The store claims the bird, named Molly, is not for sale and offered Clarkson an alternative item. Following Clarkson's social media posts, the shop experienced increased attention from both customers and…BBC- 14 Oct Kelly Clarkson bird saga takes another turn as store owner's footage is releasedThe article reports on how Kelly Clarkson's dispute with Brooklyn’s Art of Play store over a mechanical bird called "Molly" has escalated. The store owner, Adam Rubin, announced he would sell Molly for $15 million and distribute some proceeds among employees and the automaton’s creator. This comes after Clarkson posted about feeling unwelcome when she visited the shop, leading to an online feud between them.CBC
14 Oct New Video Shows Kelly Clarkson's Altercation at Brooklyn Store
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14 Oct Brooklyn store in Kelly Clarkson feud says Molly the mechanical bird is now on sale for $15 millionA Brooklyn novelty shop, Art of Play, initially stated that Molly, a singing and dancing mechanical bird and the store’s unofficial mascot, was not for sale following an incident involving Kelly Clarkson. However, on Tuesday, the store announced that Molly could be purchased for $15 million. The price change came after Clarkson posted about her experience at the shop on social media, claiming she was treated poorly…NBC News
14 Oct Toy bird at center of Kelly Clarkson store drama gets whopping new 8-figure price tagAdam Rubin, co-owner of a Brooklyn curiosity shop, raised the price of a singing bird automaton named Molly from $15,000 to $15 million following an interaction with singer Kelly Clarkson. Clarkson visited the store on Saturday and was told she could not purchase Molly because it belonged to its creator, Bliss Kolb. She left after being offered a similar bird for $2,000 or the original price of $15,000. Rubin…New York Post
14 Oct Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
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14 Oct Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomedSinger Kelly Clarkson posted on social media about a negative experience at Art of Play, a Brooklyn store, claiming she felt judged due to the price of a mechanical bird toy. This led to backlash against the store from Clarkson's fans and prompted a public exchange between both parties. The incident highlights broader issues of power dynamics and influence wielded by celebrities when interacting with smaller…The Independent
14 Oct Security footage shows Kelly Clarkson interaction at Brooklyn store where viral dispute over mechanical singing bird occurredSecurity footage from a Brooklyn store shows Kelly Clarkson's brief interaction with a shopkeeper over a rare mechanical singing bird priced at $15,000 (now misrepresented as $15 million on social media). Journalist Pablo Torre aired the video in his podcast "Pablo Torre Finds Out," revealing that Clarkson was in the store for four minutes and 50 seconds. The footage shows her browsing items before confronting the…New York Post
14 Oct Kelly Clarkson 'has put us in danger,' Brooklyn store owner claims as bird's price tag soars to $15MAdam Rubin, co-owner of Art of Play in Brooklyn, told Fox News Digital that Kelly Clarkson’s public dispute over a $15,000 mechanical singing bird has put his business in danger and led to threats against him and his supporters. The incident began when Clarkson accused the store of treating her poorly due to her perceived lack of wealth during a shopping visit. In response, the price tag of the controversial bird…Fox News
13 Oct Brooklyn store owner blasts Kelly Clarkson’s ‘reprehensible abuse of power’ after she ‘lit the fuse’ with social media rantAdam Rubin, co-owner of Brooklyn's Art of Play store, criticizes Kelly Clarkson for what he calls "reprehensible abuse of power" following her social media rant about a mechanical bird incident at his shop. Since Clarkson's post, the store has faced intense harassment from her fans, including thousands of threatening messages and doxxing of staff members' personal information. Rubin insists that Clarkson was not…New York Post
13 Oct Kelly Clarkson’s mad she was ‘treated like everyone else,’ made Brooklyn toy shop target of sick threats: furious ownerAdam Rubin, co-owner of Brooklyn toy store Art of Play, says Kelly Clarkson’s fans have made thousands of threatening remarks after she complained about being treated like a regular customer over a mechanical bird priced at $15 million. Rubin asserts that the Grammy winner became upset when not given special treatment and claims that her followers retaliated against his shop by making threats and bad reviews. The…New York Post
13 Oct Brooklyn store eviscerated by Kelly Clarkson insists they offer ‘something for everyone’ after ‘Pretty Woman’ momentKelly Clarkson posted on X about her negative shopping experience at Art of Play in Brooklyn, where she felt treated rudely and as if she couldn’t afford items there. The store responded by denying the claims and clarifying that they offered to show her a different item within her budget but she left without seeing it. The incident drew further discussion on "The View," highlighting issues around public figures…New York Post
13 Oct Kelly Clarkson feud with New York store goes viralKelly Clarkson recently posted about an encounter at Art of Play, a toy store in New York, where she claims staff treated her as if she couldn't afford a $15,000 item. The store countered that the specific product Clarkson wanted was not for sale and disputed her version of events. In response, Clarkson provided a photo to support her claim. SiriusXM host Lamar Dawson discusses the incident on CBS News.CBS News
12 Oct Kelly Clarkson Has Her Own ‘Pretty Woman’ Moment at NY Store
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12 Oct Brooklyn store Art of Play defends viral ‘misunderstanding’ with Kelly Clarkson after being branded a ‘liar’Art of Play, a Brooklyn store known for its unique merchandise, issued another statement addressing a viral controversy with singer Kelly Clarkson. The company defended itself against Clarkson’s accusation that they were dishonest about the price and availability of a mechanical bird puppet named Molly, which she was interested in purchasing during her visit to the shop. Art of Play claimed they informed Clarkson…New York Post
12 Oct Kelly Clarkson claps back at Brooklyn store’s apology: ‘You’re not only rude, you’re also a liar’Kelly Clarkson responded on X to an apology from the Brooklyn store Art of Play after she claimed they were rude and dishonest when trying to purchase a rare singing bird automaton. The store initially stated that the item was not for sale, contradicting Kelly’s account where she said she saw a price tag and discussed pricing with staff who suggested something else due to its high cost. Clarkson criticized the…New York Post
11 Oct Kelly Clarkson says a Brooklyn store snubbed her. The shop says the item she wanted wasn’t for sale.Kelly Clarkson claimed on social media that she was mistreated at Brooklyn’s Art of Play shop because an employee thought she couldn’t afford certain items. In response, the store explained via Instagram that the specific item, a mechanical singing and dancing bird automaton named Molly, wasn't for sale as it is used in their magic shows. The incident sparked debate online about customer service expectations and…NBC News
11 Oct Brooklyn store outed by Kelly Clarkson for alleged poor treatment responds, claims singer wanted item that wasn’t for saleA Brooklyn store responded to criticism from Kelly Clarkson on social media, where she accused the shop of poor customer service. The store claimed that Clarkson tried to buy an item not available for sale and noted they treat all visitors equally regardless of whether they make a purchase. They also expressed shock at being targeted by millions of people who had never visited their store, thanking supporters while…New York Post
11 Oct Brooklyn store Kelly Clarkson blasted shares — and deletes —customer review about staff’s ‘kindness’ amid dramaKelly Clarkson shared her negative experience at Art of Play, a Brooklyn-based store, on X where she claimed to have been treated as if she couldn’t afford items there and was directed elsewhere for cheaper options. The customer review that praised the staff’s kindness was initially posted by the store on Instagram but later removed. Clarkson referenced the movie "Pretty Woman" to criticize how she was handled…New York Post
11 Oct Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatmentKelly Clarkson accused an employee at Art of Play in Brooklyn of mistreating her by assuming she couldn’t afford items in the store. On X, she detailed how this experience mirrored the "Pretty Woman" movie scene where Julia Roberts’ character faces discrimination from a boutique saleswoman. Following her post, some supporters defended Clarkson and criticized the store online, while others left negative reviews on…Fox News
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