Kelly Clarkson finds herself entangled in a dispute with a Brooklyn store regarding a mechanical bird, and the situation has escalated significantly, with the bird now being listed for sale at a staggering $15 million. The co-owner of Art of Play, Adam Rubin, decided to put up the shop’s automated bird named “Molly” for sale at this exorbitant price amidst the ongoing clash with the popular singer. The store’s listing now showcases Molly as “the world’s most famous singing bird automaton” designed by Bliss Kolb, priced at $15,000,000.

In response to the potential sale of the bird, Rubin mentioned that each shop employee would receive $15,000, and Kolb would be paid $1 million if someone purchased Molly. The remaining funds would be used to acquire other antique automata. Despite attempts to reach out to Art of Play for confirmation, CBC News has not received a response.

The saga has become a viral sensation online, with an influx of foot traffic to the store driven by the publicity but also accompanied by backlash from Kelly Clarkson’s fans. Rubin expressed concern for the safety of the shop staff, attributing the situation to Clarkson’s actions.

Footage capturing Clarkson’s visit to the store on October 13, obtained by independent journalist Pablo Torre, shows the singer browsing the store and interacting with the staff. The video, devoid of audio, depicts Clarkson engaging with a clerk before leaving the store.

The feud originated when Clarkson claimed she felt judged during her visit to the shop, comparing her treatment to a scene from “Pretty Woman.” The store responded by stating that Molly was not for sale, which led to a public exchange between Clarkson and the shop on social media. The controversy has sparked discussions online, with users sharing diverse perspectives on the matter.