Kelly Clarkson Art of Play Bird Molly Speaks Out in Humor Column
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Kelly Clarkson visited the Brooklyn curiosity shop Art of Play, attempting to buy Molly, the store’s mascot, but was informed it was not for sale and offered a $15,000 duplicate instead.
- Clarkson expressed frustration on social media, claiming she was treated as if she couldn’t afford the item, which sparked a backlash including doxxing and death threats against the store owners.
- The incident prompted support from the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union, condemning the celebrity-driven harassment of the shop.
- The article humorously critiques celebrity entitlement and contrasts it with the unique, quirky culture of Brooklyn’s small businesses, while also highlighting broader social issues like the situation in Palestine.
- As a playful response, the store posted a $15 million ironic price tag on the mascot, referencing Clarkson’s public profile and her Las Vegas residency.
