Kelly Clarkson Blasts Shop For ‘Pretty Woman’ Treatment, Owners Fire Back

Kelly Clarkson has been feuding with a Brooklyn game shop after accusing one of its employees of giving her the “Pretty Woman” treatment. 

The drama started over the weekend when the original “American Idol” winner posted about the incident on social media in a tweet that has since racked up almost 43 million views.

“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. Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a huge sale. But y’all should go check out Art of Play in Brooklyn if you enjoy being treated like Julia Roberts character in Pretty Woman. For sure, check it out,” she wrote alongside a thumbs-down emoji.

Reps from the store replied with a post of their own on Sunday, insisting the incident wasn’t what it seemed. They began by clarifying that the item Clarkson inquired about purchasing was “a one-of-a-kind singing and dancing bird automaton who plays an important role in the magic shows we host here.” 

 

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“Molly is permanently attached to the wall and isn’t for sale. However, the negative experience Kelly described on Twitter would resonate with anyone who has ever felt judged in a shop,” the caption said. “[W]hether someone comes in to make a purchase or simply look around for a while, they are equally welcome,” they continued. “We greet everyone who walks in the door with the invitation to ‘pick things up and play.’ And they do, many stay for hours enjoying our puzzles, games and toys.”

“Imagine our surprise when our small local business was suddenly attacked by 8 million people who have never visited our store,” they added. “It’s been a surreal experience to be the focus of such widespread outrage after just one mention by a celebrity. Thanks to all our friends for their support and welcome to all the curious folks who have discovered us amidst the drama. We’re going to keep our heads down and hopefully, we can clear things up with Kelly someday. As a talented popular singer once said ‘what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.’”

Previous Instagram posts confirm the item is not for sale, but eagle-eyed critics pointed out that photos of the item show it does have a $15,000 price tag next to it. Fans of the singer flooded the store’s reviews page with one-star ratings, quickly bringing down the star count.

Others argue the price is what the store owners paid, not what they would charge for the mechanical bird.

Clarkson responded with yet another post on Sunday night. 

“Cool, cool. Sure, it wasn’t for sale. That’s the narrative Art of Play is gonna go with… so the whole conversation we had when I asked you if it was for sale whilst pointing to the price tag hanging on the wall with the title Singing Bird didn’t happen as you elevator eyed me saying in a condescending tone ‘yes, it’s for sale but it costs 15,000 dollars so if you’d like me to find something comparable for you I can.’”

She continued, “That all never happened and now it’s not for sale. Okay, cool. So you’re not only rude, you’re also a liar.” The singer explained that while she “obviously” supports small businesses, they “don’t get a free pass to treat people less than.” “It’s not that hard to be kind,” she concluded. “I never blast people but you my friend were an exception. Your store is really cool. Unfortunately, you aren’t.”

But that wasn’t the end of it. Reps from the store responded yet again, clarifying that the mechanical bird in question is permanently attached to the wall, a “twin” version is available for $15,000, and a similar model is available in the store for $2,000. “She did not stick around long enough to see it,” the post said.

“We’ve reached out to Kelly directly to try and clear the air,” the post says in conclusion. “We really do wish her the best and hope that someday we can all laugh about this misunderstanding.”

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