Representatives for stand-up comedian Carrot Top, real name Scott Christopher Thompson, have confirmed he has been rushed to hospital and his show at the Luxor has been cancelled
Stand-up comedian Carrot Top has been rushed to hospital.
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Stand-up comedian Carrot Top has been rushed to hospital.
The 61-year-old comedian (real name Scott Christopher Thompson) was rushed to hospital on Friday just hours before a scheduled comedy show at Las Vegas’ Luxor Hotel and Casino.
Jami Schlicher, a representative for Thompson, did not confirm the reason for the star’s hospitalisation, but instead shared that he is currently receiving ‘the care and support he needs.’
Mr Schlicher tells The Mirror: “Mr. Thompson 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.”
Fans have flooded his last Instagram post with messages of support and love, one fan wrote: “Just heard sad news. Hope you’re gonna be OK dude. Saw you last December and plan on bringing another friend next trip to LV to see you again. You are hella adored and hope you really know that. Truth.” Another wrote: “You’re loved more than you know. You’re special & the world is more beautiful with you in it. Sending love & hope your way.”
A third wrote: “Remember how much you are appreciated! The world needs your humor!!!”
Carrot Top is known for his high energy prop comedy, signature red hair and elaborate stage performances. He’s been a longtime headliner at the Luxor, where he has the longest running residency in Vegas. He was due to perform on Friday night at the Luxor but the show was cancelled following his health scare.
Born in 1965, in Rockledge, Florida 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.
He 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.
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