Carrot Top, whose legal name is Scott Christopher Thompson , was hospitalized in Las Vegas on Friday following a reported suicide attempt, according to TMZ. Thompson's representative, Jami Schlicher, confirmed that the comedian is recovering and receiving care, while declining to discuss the circumstances of the hospitalization. Thompson's scheduled performance at the Luxor was canceled after the 61 year old comedian was taken to a Las Vegas hospital. Schlicher said Thompson's family and loved ones appreciate the public's concern and are asking for privacy while he recovers. Carrot Top's Las Vegas Era Carrot Top became a recognizable comedy name after appearances on Comic Strip Live and Star Search in 1991. His prop driven style later fueled the 2003 special Carrot Top Rocks Las Vegas , filmed at the MGM Grand. Carrot Top has also appeared on Scrubs , Reno 911! , George Lopez , Space Ghost Coast to Coast , and Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular . He produced and starred in Comedy Central's Carrot Top's AM Mayhem from 1994 to 1996, and has held his Luxor residency since 2005, making it the longest running residency in Las Vegas. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support in the United States.