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Comedian Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was hospitalized after an alleged suicide attempt in Las Vegas on Friday night. His scheduled performance at the Luxor Hotel and Casino that evening was canceled. A spokesperson stated that Thompson is receiving care and requested privacy for him and his family. The 61-year-old comedian has been a regular performer in Las Vegas since 2005, known for his distinctive red hair and prop-driven comedy routines.
Written locally by qwen2.5:14b on 2026-09-19,
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Story summary
Scott Thompson, better known as Carrot Top, was hospitalized in Las Vegas on Friday after an alleged suicide attempt. The incident occurred before his scheduled comedy performance at the Luxor Hotel & Casino that evening, which was subsequently canceled. Thompson's representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed to various outlets that he is recovering and receiving care. His upcoming shows for Saturday and Sunday were also canceled due to his hospitalization.
Thompson, 61, has been a longtime headliner in Las Vegas since 2005 and is known for his signature red hair and prop-driven comedy routine. MGM Resorts, the venue's owner, expressed relief over Thompson’s recovery status but did not provide details about the incident. The comedian's next scheduled show at the Luxor is set for September 23rd, though it remains uncertain if he will perform then.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 in the U.S., or text "HELLO" to 741741.
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Carrot Top has been hospitalized after reportedly attempting suicide in Las Vegas.
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The comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, attempted suicide Friday in the Las Vegas area before being rushed to a local hospital, sources told TMZ.
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The 61-year-old’s scheduled Friday night performance at the Luxor Hotel and Casino was canceled as a result.
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“Mr. Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs,” his rep, Jami Schlicher, told the outlet.
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“His family and those closest to him are deeply grateful for the concern, prayers and respectfully ask for privacy.”
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Schlicher did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.
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Thompson has been a fixture in Las Vegas for more than two decades, headlining his prop-comedy show at the Luxor since 2005.
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The entertainer, known for his signature bright red hair and elaborate props, first rose to fame in the early 1990s with appearances on “Comic Strip Live” and “Star Search.”
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He later appeared on several TV shows, including “Scrubs,” “George Lopez” and “Last Comic Standing,” and starred in the 1998 comedy “Chairman of the Board.”
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Thompson also made a cameo as himself on the Max series “Hacks” in 2024.
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Further details about his condition or the circumstances surrounding his hospitalization have not been released.
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If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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