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Carrot Top Recovering in Hospital After Suicide Attempt

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 6:21 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Comedian Carrot Top entered a Las Vegas hospital after a suicide attempt on September 18, 2026.
His representative Jami Schlicher said he is recovering in the hospital and receiving care.
The family thanked supporters, requested privacy, and noted the Friday night Luxor show was canceled.
Carrot Top is slated to perform again on Monday, September 21, 2026.

History

Historical Context

Robin Williams died by suicide on August 11, 2014, after a diagnosis of diffuse Lewy body disease that had been misidentified as Parkinson’s. His death spurred nationwide tributes—Broadway lights dimmed, memorials at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star, and heightened public awareness of Lewy body dementia, prompting calls for better mental-health support in the entertainment sector.

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Story summary

Comedian Carrot Top entered a Las Vegas hospital after a suicide attempt on September 18, 2026.
His representative Jami Schlicher said he is recovering in the hospital and receiving care.
The family thanked supporters, requested privacy, and noted the Friday night Luxor show was canceled.
Carrot Top is slated to perform again on Monday, September 21, 2026.

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