# Carrot Top Hospitalized After Suicide Attempt

> Comedian Carrot Top hospitalized following reported suicide attempt, cancels Vegas shows
- Title: Carrot Top Hospitalized After Suicide Attempt · Billboard
- Summary: Comedian Carrot Top hospitalized following reported suicide attempt, cancels Vegas shows Carrot Top is recovering in hospital after suicide attempt
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/carrot-top-hospitalized-suicide-attempt-report-1236343966
- Author: Mitchell Peters
- Published: 2026-09-19T20:13:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: carrot top, seattle, nfl, las vegas, murray sawchuck, murray the magician, tropicana las vegas, luxor hotel casino, atrium showroom, star search, prop comedy, 988 suicide crisis lifeline
## Carrot Top hospitalized
61-year-old comedian Scott Thompson reportedly attempted suicide Friday, Sept. 18, and was hospitalized

> Mr. Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs
## Cancels weekend shows
Carrot Top canceled his Luxor Hotel & Casino residency shows at Atrium Showroom for Friday and Saturday
## Longtime Vegas performer
Thompson has performed in Las Vegas for over two decades, starting his residency in November 2005
## Contract through 2030
His contract with MGM Resorts extends through 2030, covering his Las Vegas residency
## Suicide crisis lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 support for those experiencing suicidal thoughts
## Key takeaway

Carrot Top is recovering in hospital after suicide attempt