Comedian Carrot Top is breaking his silence, nearly a month after he was hospitalized following a suicide attempt.
The comedian, born Scott Thompson, shared an uplifting post on Instagram, thanking fans for “being there for me during this time.” He also wrote that he’ll be returning to perform Oct. 19 at the Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he has a residency.
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It comes weeks after he was released from the hospital following the Sept. 18 attempt, his representatives confirmed to NBC News. Further details surrounding his condition and hospitalization have not been released to the public.
“I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks,” he wrote. “Every message, text, and kind thought has meant more to me than you know.”
He concluded, telling fans that the well-wishes “truly means the world to me!”
The comedian rose to fame in the 1990s after his debut on reality talent competition show “Star Search.” His appearance on the “Tonight Show” in 1995 further propelled his career.
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Most recently, he’s been performing at the Luxor Hotel as part of a residency that he has held since 2005.
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