Police vehicles surrounded the Las Vegas home of comedian Carrot Top on Friday afternoon following a reported suicide attempt, according to images obtained by TMZ.
The comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was hospitalized after the incident, sources told the outlet. Images taken by an eyewitness on Sept. 18 showed at least three police vehicles parked outside his home, with lights flashing on at least two of them as officers arrived. The house is surrounded by palm trees, with Las Vegas hotels visible in the distance.
Thompson’s representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed the hospitalization to Page Six on Saturday, saying he is “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,” Schlicher said.
Schlicher did not address what led to the hospitalization. Representatives for the Luxor Hotel and Casino, where Thompson has performed for two decades, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Thompson’s self-titled show at the Luxor’s Atrium Showroom was canceled Friday and Saturday, casting uncertainty over a residency that has run continuously since 2005 and ranks among the longest-running shows in Las Vegas.
Known for his prop-comedy act and his trademark curly red hair, Thompson broke into show business in the 1990s with appearances on “Star Search” and “Comic Strip Live.” He has made numerous cameo appearances as himself over the years, most recently in a Season 3 episode of HBO Max’s “Hacks,” opposite Jean Smart’s fictional Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance.
Readers affected by the issues in this story can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text the Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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