Carrot Top, the comedian whose Luxor Casino residency has been a Las Vegas fixture for years, has been released from the hospital after more than a week of care. His rep confirmed Saturday, September 26, that Scott Thompson, 61, is home with family and doing well. The hospitalization began September 18, when his shows were cancelled and police responded to a suicidal ideation call at his home.
A police report obtained by Us Weekly says his tour manager linked the incident to a news article about a lawsuit accusing the comedian of sexual misconduct. The allegations remain unresolved, and his team has not commented on the lawsuit itself, only on his recovery. A September 20 update from his rep said he was awake, breathing on his own, and continuing to improve, surrounded by family and those closest to him.
The future of the Luxor residency hasn’t been announced, and it’s unclear when or if shows will resume. For now, the focus is on his health, and his rep says humor remains central to who he is. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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