Kelly Clarkson engaged in a verbal dispute with a Brooklyn curiosity shop over an incident where she felt snubbed while inquiring about a unique item. The shop countered that the item in question, a singing and dancing bird automaton named “Molly,” was not for sale.
The disagreement began when Clarkson visited the Brooklyn store and felt she was being looked down upon by the staff. She took to social media to express her disappointment, likening the experience to a scene from the movie “Pretty Woman.”
In response, the shop clarified that “Molly” was a fixture and not intended for sale. They emphasized that all customers are treated equally and expressed surprise at the online backlash from individuals who had never visited the store.
Clarkson refuted the shop’s claims by sharing a photo showing a price tag of $15,000 US next to the automaton. She criticized the shop’s behavior and highlighted the importance of kindness.
The shop later explained that they had offered Clarkson a similar item for sale and had other bird automatons available, one priced at $2,000 US. Despite this, Clarkson did not stay to explore further.
The incident drew mixed reactions online, with some supporting Clarkson and others criticizing her for involving her fame in a dispute with a small business. The importance of respectful treatment in retail settings was highlighted by commentators.
The singing and dancing bird automaton, Molly, created by artist Bliss Kolb, is a popular attraction at the shop. The controversy surrounding the incident shed light on the unique entertainment value of such handcrafted items in a digital age.