Carrot Top’s Las Vegas run at Luxor is on hold after the comedian was hospitalized on September 18. Two shows were canceled, and his family is asking for privacy as he recovers.
Carrot Top’s long Las Vegas residency came to a sudden stop this week. The comedian was hospitalized, and Luxor Las Vegas canceled two of his shows. Fans and others in the entertainment scene are waiting for news on how he’s doing.
His representative said Scott Thompson—known as Carrot Top—is now recovering in a Las Vegas hospital. He’s getting the care he needs. The rep said his family and close friends appreciate the support from fans. They’ve asked for privacy while he recovers. No other medical details have been shared, as several verified news reports have pointed out.
Shows canceled at Luxor
The Luxor Hotel and Casino confirmed that Carrot Top’s shows on September 18 and 19 were canceled after he was hospitalized. The resort called Thompson a "beloved member of the Luxor and MGM Resorts family" and said they were relieved he is recovering. According to Fox News, this is a rare break in one of the Strip’s longest-running comedy residencies. Carrot Top has performed at Luxor for more than 20 years.
At first, it looked like he might return for his next show on September 21. But later reports showed that more shows, at least through September 28, were also canceled as the situation changed. By September 21, several outlets reported that the pause would last into the next week, affecting more of his residency, as detailed in a TMZ event timeline.
Inside Carrot Top’s Las Vegas run
Carrot Top hasn’t been in the wider public eye much lately, but his prop comedy and habit of trying out new material have kept his show popular with Las Vegas crowds. In a 2023 appearance on the Whiskey Ginger podcast, he talked about always changing up his act. He said he likes to test new jokes every night, even if they don’t always work. He’s made it clear that taking creative risks is part of his process, and he doesn’t like when comics just repeat the same material.
Thompson’s latest TV appearance was on Hacks in 2024, but his main focus has stayed on his Las Vegas residency. The show’s long run and his steady presence at Luxor have made him a regular part of the city’s entertainment scene. Industry reports note that it’s rare for him to cancel shows, which makes this pause stand out even more.
What’s next for the residency
Carrot Top’s next show was first listed for September 21, but what happens next depends on his recovery and health updates. As of September 21, Luxor had not set a return date. Fans with tickets for upcoming shows are told to check the resort’s website for updates. The schedule is changing as Thompson recovers, and more cancellations could happen.
Carrot Top’s hospitalization shows how even the most established Las Vegas residencies can face sudden changes. His absence, even if short, shows how much individual performers matter to the city’s entertainment business. As the Strip keeps changing, acts like Carrot Top’s are still a big part of what draws people to Las Vegas for live comedy and shows. The entertainment calendar is always moving, but when a headliner returns, it’s never taken for granted.
