The comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, is conscious, breathing unaided and reading fan messages while recovering in a Las Vegas medical centre.
Las Vegas – The prop‑wielding comic known as Carrot Top is now conscious and breathing without assistance, a spokesperson told TMZ on Tuesday. The entertainer, whose legal name is Scott Thompson, was admitted after a suicide attempt on Friday and has been under close observation ever since.
According to the representative, the comedian is "awake, breathing on his own and continuing to improve" while surrounded by family and close friends. The same source added that he has been "joking around with the medical staff" and has taken time to read the flood of messages fans have sent.
Those notes, the rep said, range from gratitude for the laughter he’s provided to personal stories of how his act helped people through tough times. "Hearing those stories and feeling that support has meant a great deal to him during his recovery," the spokesperson noted.
The family, while appreciative of the outpouring, asked for privacy to continue. They also confirmed that the comedian’s regular Friday, Saturday and Monday night performances at the Luxor Casino remain cancelled as he recuperates.
The spokesperson reminded readers that anyone struggling with mental health issues can reach out for help via the 988 lifeline or its online chat service.
Carrot Top’s situation has sparked a wave of concern across social media, with many fans sharing their own experiences of how his humor helped them cope. While the comedian’s health update is a relief, the incident has also reignited conversations about the pressures faced by entertainers and the importance of mental‑health resources.
The next public update is expected from the family or the hospital once his condition stabilises further. Until then, the focus remains on his recovery and the continued support from fans worldwide.
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