{
  "id": 8529196,
  "title": "Carrot Top Hospitalized After Reported Suicide Attempt, Cancels Weekend Shows",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/carrot-top-hospitalized-after-reported-suicide-attempt-cancels",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T20:13:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/carrot-top-hospitalized-suicide-attempt-report-1236343966/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Carrot Top, the 61-year-old comedian known for his high-energy prop comedy and signature red hair, has been hospitalized after attempting suicide. The incident occurred on Friday, September 18, and he was taken to a local hospital, according to TMZ. Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, canceled his weekend shows at the Atrium Showroom at Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Saturday, with tickets still available. His representative, Jami Schlicher, stated that Thompson is currently recovering and receiving necessary care. Thompson, who has been performing in Las Vegas for over two decades, first appeared on Star Search in 1991 and has made numerous appearances in television shows and films. He has also been a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, teaming up with PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center to create the Together Against Bullying campaign. For individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 to provide confidential support.",
  "summary": "The 61-year-old comedian is recovering, according to his representatives.",
  "key_points": [
    "Carrot Top, 61, hospitalized after suicide attempt",
    "Scott Thompson cancels Las Vegas weekend shows",
    "Thompson advocates for mental health awareness"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}