Kelly Clarkson's Art of Play Visit Revealed in Security Footage
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Footage has emerged showing Kelly Clarkson visiting the Brooklyn novelty store Art of Play, which she publicly criticized for allegedly treating her condescendingly when she inquired about a $15,000 bird automaton.
- The video shows Clarkson browsing the store with her children and interacting briefly with an employee near the automaton, though it is unclear what was said during their exchange.
- Art of Play responded by stating the bird is permanently attached to the wall and not for sale, a claim Clarkson disputes, maintaining the employee told her it was for sale but expensive.
- The store owner reported that Clarkson’s social media posts have led to harassment of employees and nearby businesses, raising safety concerns and prompting accusations of social media backlash against a small business.
- Public opinion remains divided, with some supporting Clarkson’s account and others questioning her motives for publicly calling out the local shop.
