Carrot Top’s recent Instagram activity has drawn renewed attention after the comedian was hospitalized following a reported suicide attempt in Las Vegas, with fans leaving messages of support for the longtime performer.
Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was taken to a local hospital on Friday, September 18, after the reported incident, according to TMZ. Thompson’s representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed that the 61-year-old comedian is recovering in hospital. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
His scheduled Friday night performance at the Luxor was canceled following the hospitalization. “Mr. However, suicides are preventable.
Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs,” Schlicher told TMZ. (This is a developing story) Discussing suicides can be triggering for some.
