Kelly Clarkson Store Feud: Brooklyn Shop Fires Back
Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized a Brooklyn shop called Art of Play, claiming poor service during a shopping trip. The store responded by denying her version of events, stating she was interested in a non-sale item, and utilized social media to share positive customer testimonials.
Why it matters
This highlights the power of celebrity influence on small businesses and the modern trend of public social media disputes between public figures and local establishments.
Kelly Clarkson's public callout of a Brooklyn shop has triggered a lengthy social media response from the business ... as they fire back at her claims and repost customer praise.
While Kelly alleged on Saturday the Art of Play shopkeepers made her feel like Julia Roberts' iconic "Pretty Woman" scene -- the store told a totally different version of events.
The small business claims Kelly attempted to purchase an item that wasn't even for sale ... inquiring about a singing and dancing bird named "Molly" which is permanently attached to the wall.
The fiery post says that they were shocked when their "small local business was suddenly attacked by 8 million people" who have never been there.
They closed out their post with one of their foe's own lyrics writing ... "As a talented popular singer once said 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.'"
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