Carrot Top hospitalized after suicide attempt, TMZ reports
Comedian Carrot Top is in the hospital Friday after attempting suicide, TMZ reports. The Las Vegas-based performer, whose real name is Scott Thompson, reportedly attempted suicide in the Vegas area Friday and was rushed to a local hospital.
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