Carrot Top Breaks Silence After Suicide Attempt and Hospitalization as Comedian Preps Return to Stage

“I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks," wrote Scott Thompson, who will be back on stage at Luxor Las Vegas Oct. 19. 'Carrot Top returned to Instagram Saturday with a message for his fans, marking the comedian's first comments after a Sept. 18 suicide attempt. Carrot Top returned to Instagram Saturday with a message for his fans, marking the comedian’s first comments after a Sept. 18 suicide attempt and hospitalization. “I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks. Every message, text, and kind thought has meant more to me than you know,” posted the 61-year-old comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson.

“While I haven’t been able to respond to everyone individually, please know that I’ve felt your love and appreciate each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for being there for me during this time. It truly means the world to me!” He closed the caption with an orange heart, and by some news that he will return to the stage at Luxor Hotel & Casino on Oct. 19 for the 8 p.m. show. He has a residency at the MGM property. Notable names flooded