Carrot Top has spoken for the first time since he was hospitalized after a suicide attempt on September 18. The 61-year-old comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, posted a message on Instagram on Saturday, October 17, thanking fans for their support. His representatives had confirmed on September 26 that he had been released from the hospital. Further details about his condition have not been made public.
What he wrote
“I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks,” he wrote, alongside a photo of himself smiling on stage. “Every message, text, and kind thought has meant more to me than you know.”
He added that he had not been able to answer everyone individually, but had felt the support. “Thank you for being there for me during this time. It truly means the world to me!”
Back at the Luxor
He said he would perform at the Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Monday, October 19, his first comedy show since the incident. He has headlined a residency there since 2005, and the hotel’s website lists almost daily shows for the rest of the year.
After the hospitalization, his representative told TMZ that Carrot Top had been reading the “many messages from fans,” including “stories from people about how his comedy helped them through difficult periods in their own lives.” The Luxor told KLAS that “Scott is a beloved member of the Luxor and MGM Resorts family, and we are relieved to hear that he is recovering.”
Career
Carrot Top rose to fame in the 1990s after appearing on the talent show Star Search, and a 1995 spot on the Tonight Show lifted him further. He has also appeared on television, including an episode of Hacks in 2024. His career has run close to four decades, and he keeps a low profile outside his shows.
On the Whiskey Ginger podcast in 2023, he talked about how he works. “I love writing. I love trying new jokes every night,” he said, adding that he will try five or six things even if they bomb, and his crew knows it.
Sources
- Carrot Top Speaks Out For The First Time Following Suicide Attempt
- Carrot Top Breaks His Silence Nearly 1 Month After Suicide Attempt
- Carrot Top Breaks Silence After Suicide Attempt
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