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Kelly Clarkson calls out Art of Play in Brooklyn over alleged snub
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized a Brooklyn store, Art of Play, on social media after feeling she was treated dismissively and compared the experience to a famous scene from the movie "Pretty Woman."
- Clarkson alleged that staff at the store implied she couldn’t afford their products and suggested cheaper alternatives, which she said caused the store to lose a significant sale.
- The incident sparked mixed reactions online, with some supporting Clarkson and others defending the small business or questioning the necessity of her public callout.
- Art of Play, known for its unique home goods and magical performances, had generally positive reviews before Clarkson’s post, but received a surge of supportive comments for her afterward.
- Clarkson recently ended her daytime talk show and has spoken about appreciating New York City’s cultural diversity while raising her children.
