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The Las Vegas comedian is recovering in hospital after a reported suicide attempt, prompting the cancellation of scheduled performances.
Comedian Carrot Top was hospitalized in Las Vegas on Friday following what TMZ reported as a suicide attempt, according to sources familiar with the situation. The comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was scheduled to perform that evening at the Luxor Hotel and Casino, but the show was canceled. His representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed that Thompson is recovering in hospital and receiving care, while his family and those close to him requested privacy.
The 61-year-old performer has headlined a prop-comedy show at the Luxor since 2005 and is known for his distinctive red hair, physical comedy and routines built around unusual props. He gained national attention through television appearances in the early 1990s and has continued performing in Las Vegas for more than two decades. The reported hospitalization interrupts a long-running stage career, although details about his condition and the circumstances surrounding the incident have not been publicly disclosed.
TMZ reported Saturday that police vehicles were seen outside Thompson’s Las Vegas residence following the hospitalization. His representative has not provided further details about the incident, and the status of future performances remains unclear. The report comes as mental health organizations continue to emphasize the importance of access to crisis support; people in the United States experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress can call or text 988 for confidential assistance.
TMZ, Page Six, TheWrap and 8 News Now, with reporting on Thompson’s hospitalization, representative’s statement, canceled performances and Las Vegas police activity.