Kelly Clarkson's online complaint over a mechanical singing bird at Art of Play in Brooklyn drew increased attention to the store this week, with the shop crowded by customers and camera crews, the BBC reported. Clarkson said the store would not sell her the bird, which she said was priced at $15,000.
The singer said she was treated as though she could not afford the item and referred to the experience as resembling a scene involving Julia Roberts' character in “Pretty Woman.” The bird was displayed on a wall at the novelty toy and games store, according to the BBC. Fox News reported that co-owner Adam Rubin said the dispute had put the business in danger. It also reported that the bird's listed price had risen to $15 million.