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Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, has canceled his Las Vegas show at the Luxor Hotel and Casino after being hospitalized on Friday evening following an alleged suicide attempt. His representative confirmed that he remains in recovery and receiving care but did not provide details about the incident or subsequent shows. The comedian, known for his prop comedy act and appearances in various TV series, has headlined his show at the Luxor since 2005.
Written locally by qwen2.5:14b on 2026-09-19,
using this article's own text rather than the other coverage of the
same event (that is the story summary below).
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.
Written for “Carrot Top Suicide Attempt” on 2026-10-05,
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Carrot Top’s Las Vegas shows at the Luxor Hotel and Casino are seemingly up in the air after the comedian was hospitalized Friday evening following an alleged suicide attempt.
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According to TMZ, a show scheduled for Saturday evening has officially been canceled and the longtime Vegas staple remains hospitalized following the alleged incident and will “continue to receive care.”
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TMZ reported on Friday evening that sources said the actor, 61, had been rushed to a Las Vegas hospital following a suicide attempt, and that his show for that evening was canceled.
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Per the outlet, authorities were seen arriving at his residence on Friday afternoon, with a bystander snapping a photo of three police vehicles outside the home.
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Carrot Top’s representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed his hospitalization in a statement to Page Six, saying that he’s “recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs.”
“His family and those closest to him are deeply grateful for the concern, prayers and respectfully ask for privacy,” she added.
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Schlicher did not address the circumstances leading up to the hospitalization.
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Reps for the Luxor Hotel and Casino did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment on Saturday.
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Carrot Top — whose given name is Scott Thompson — has been headlining his self-titled prop comedy show at the Atrium Showroom at the Luxor for more than two decades, beginning in November 2005.
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The comedian also played himself in a number of onscreen cameos — most recently opposite Jean Smart in a 2024 episode of “Hacks,” which is set largely in Las Vegas.
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The Vegas mainstay has also lent his wacky persona to series including “Scrubs,” “Robot Chicken,” “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” and “Reno 911!”
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He’s also been known to attach his influence to a good cause — back in 2015, he teamed with PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center to form the Together Against Bullying (TAG) campaign, headlining a show in nearby Reno, Nevada, in support of the cause.
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In comments at the time, the comedian said he “can relate” to kids who are bullied, noting that “Some kids actually commit suicide over this.”
“I have this kooky red hair, and people have made fun of me every freaking day,” he said.
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“So, this is a way raise awareness and donations for PACER to help put an end to bullying.”
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He added, “I want kids to know that they are special and don’t have to be victims to bullies.
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They can succeed in life, do whatever they want.
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They can even become a comedian.”
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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