Carrot Top, the 61-year-old comedian known for his long-running Las Vegas residency, was hospitalized Friday after what sources described as an attempted suicide, and his Friday night show at the Luxor was canceled.
Scott Thompson, who performs under the stage name Carrot Top, was taken to a Las Vegas-area hospital following the incident, the New York Post reported, citing TMZ's account from sources familiar with the situation. Details about what happened remain scarce. No specific mechanism or circumstances surrounding the incident have been disclosed.
Thompson's representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed the hospitalization in a statement provided to Page Six but did not address the nature of the incident directly.
"Mr. Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs."
Schlicher added that Thompson's family asked for space as he recovers.
"His family and those closest to him are deeply grateful for the concern, prayers and respectfully ask for privacy."
Thompson has held a long-running residency at the Luxor hotel and casino in Las Vegas, one of the more durable acts on the Strip. His Friday night performance was canceled in the wake of the hospitalization. It is not clear whether additional shows will be affected or how long the residency will remain paused.
Beyond the representative's brief statement, neither Thompson nor his family has spoken publicly. The identity of the sources who provided information to TMZ has not been disclosed, and no hospital has been named.
Thompson is 61 years old. He built his career on a high-energy prop comedy act and became one of the most recognizable fixtures of Las Vegas entertainment over the years.
Much remains unknown. No law enforcement statement, no medical update beyond "recovering," and no timeline for his return to the stage have been made available.
If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available around the clock by calling or texting 988. The Crisis Text Line can be reached by texting HOME to 741741.
Some things matter more than the next show. Here's hoping Thompson gets the help and the time he needs.
