Kelly Clarkson Says NYC Store Thought She Couldn't Afford Gear
Us Weekly • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Kelly Clarkson claimed she experienced discrimination while shopping at Art of Play, a Brooklyn boutique, where a shopkeeper allegedly assumed she couldn't afford the items she wanted and offered to find cheaper alternatives.
- The singer expressed frustration on social media, comparing the incident to a famous scene from the 1990 film Pretty Woman, where a character is snubbed by a high-end store clerk due to her appearance.
- Art of Play has not responded publicly to Clarkson's allegations, and the singer criticized the store for losing a "huge sale" due to their presumptive treatment.
- Clarkson recently moved to New York City with her two children following the death of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, and has spoken about embracing the city's diverse culture for her family.
- Despite personal challenges, Clarkson shared that her children have been doing well and that they are enjoying family activities like cooking and playing games together.
