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Art of Play

Art of Play is a Brooklyn boutique that became the focus of a public dispute with singer Kelly Clarkson over a $15,000 mechanical bird automaton. The latest development on 2026-10-14 reports Clarkson claiming the store treated her poorly while attempting to purchase the item, which the boutique says was never offered for sale.

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What to know

  • Kelly Clarkson visited Art of Play in Brooklyn and complained about staff behavior. Oct 14
  • The dispute centers on a $15,000 singing bird named Molly that Clarkson wanted to purchase. Oct 14
  • Kelly Clarkson says she was treated disrespectfully by Art of Play staff. Oct 14
  • Art of Play says the bird was never listed for sale. Oct 14
  • Clarkson said staff treated her as if she couldn't afford a $15,000 singing bird automaton. Oct 13

Timeline

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