Carrot Top, was hospitalized in Las Vegas on Friday following a reported suicide attempt, according to TMZ. American comedian Scott Thompson, a.k.a. Thompson’s Friday night performance at the Luxor in Las Vegas was reportedly canceled after the incident.
Carrot Top career and net worth
Earlier reporting noted: Jami Schlicher, the representative for comedian Carrot Top, spoke to TMZ about his condition after the reported suicide attempt. “Mr. She added that his family and those close to him appreciate the public’s concern and have requested privacy. He began performing stand-up comedy while attending Florida Atlantic University. He later built a career around his signature red hair, exaggerated props, and visual comedy style. Thompson gained national attention during the 1990s through appearances on television shows and comedy specials. He became a frequent guest on programs including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Late Show with David Letterman. His real name is Scott Thompson.
Carrot Top, 61, became one of the most recognizable comedy performers in the country for his prop-based comedy. Carrot Top was born Scott Thompson on February 25, 1965, in Rockledge, Florida. He was also a familiar face in commercials, notably as the spokesperson for 1-800-CALL-ATT. His estimated net worth, according to Celebrity Net Worth, is around $70 million. (This is a developing story) Earlier reporting noted: Carrot Top suicide attempt: Is comedian Scott Thompson okay? Latest update on Las Vegas performer as Luxor show canceled Carrot Top, the comedian, attempted suicide and was rushed to the hospital, TMZ reported on September 18. The 61-year-old is currently recovering in the hospital.
As a result, Carrot Top’s Friday night show at Luxor was also canceled.
His representative said the comedian is recovering and receiving care. Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs,” his representative Jami Schlicher told TMZ. He eventually got his own morning show, “Carrot Top’s AM Mayhem,” on Cartoon Network which ran from 1994 to 1996.
Earlier reporting noted: As per the publication, Carrot Top attempted to kill himself on Friday in the Vegas area and was then taken to a local hospital.
