Singer Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized Brooklyn novelty store Art of Play, alleging a sales associate treated her condescendingly when she inquired about a purchase.
Clarkson compared the experience to a famous scene in the film Pretty Woman, prompting her fans to leave negative online reviews for the business.
Art of Play refuted her claims, stating the mechanical bird automaton she wanted was a store mascot, though the artist would sell a duplicate for $15,000.
Clarkson doubled down by calling the store a liar, insisting she was condescendingly turned away despite a $15,000 price tag being displayed.
The store later clarified that staff offered her a $2,000 alternative automaton and that they have reached out directly to resolve the misunderstanding.
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Kelly Clarkson doubles down over $15K bird dispute. But the NYC shop has a different story
