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Scott Thompson (born February 25, 1965), better known by his stage name Carrot Top, is an American comedian known for his bright red hair, prop comedy and often self-deprecating humor, and lately for his bodybuilder physique. As of July 2008, he is headlining at the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Most recently he is known for his dramatic muscle gain and facial change.

Biography

Thompson was born and raised in Cocoa, Florida where his father, Lawrence Thompson, was a scientist at NASA during the Gemini and Apollo era. In 1983, he graduated from Cocoa High School, and while still a freshman at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Thompson appeared in his first stand-up comedy routine. Two months later, he performed on campus in an open-mic night.

Career

Carrot Top has appeared in the television programs: Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular , Gene Simmons Family Jewels, Criss Angel Mindfreak, Scrubs (2006), and Tugger: The Jeep 4x4 Who Wanted to Fly (2005). He has also appeared on The George Lopez Show, Howard Stern, Jimmy Kimmel, Craig Ferguson, Don't Forget the Lyrics, and Live with Regis & Kelly. His movie roles include the 1998 film Chairman of The Board, and served as a spokesman in commercials for 1-800-CALL-ATT. From 1995 to 1999, he was the continuity announcer for Cartoon Network. In 2002, he recorded a commentary track for the Roger Avary film The Rules of Attraction. In 2006, Carrot Top appeared in the Reno 911! episode "Weigel's Pregnant" as an enraged version of himself who trashed his hotel room and resisted arrest. In 2008, he was a guest judge for NBC's Last Comic Standing in a contest where the participants had to perform prop comedy at a Bed, Bath and Beyond utilizing store items with only an hour to prepare.

Carrot Top produced and starred in an early morning show on Cartoon Network called Carrot Top's AM Mayhem from 1994-1996.

Carrot Top has also been frequently parodied. Such examples include Mr. Show (in which David Cross appears as "Blueberry Head"), King of the Hill ("Celery Head"), Family Guy ("Carrot Scalp"), and MADtv ("Broccoli Top").

As of 2008 he headlines at the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas, and performs various comedy gigs when his show is not playing. His comedy routine incorporates dozens of props stored in large trunks on stage; his prop jokes commonly consist simply of him pulling out a prop, describing it in a one-liner, and tossing it away. Many of his props are specially built objects.

Awards and honors

• American Comedy Award: "Best Male Sit-Down Turn Around Bop Your Head Onto The Ground Comedian", 1994

Television appearances

On January 16, Carrot Top appeared on the Fox reality game show "Don't Forget The Lyrics" where he assisted illusionists Penn and Teller in their quest for the million dollar grand prize. He was also one of the roasters at the Comedy Central "Roast of Flavor Flav".

References

3. ^ "Carrot Top Biography". carrottop. 2008. Archived from the original on 2006-11-28. Retrieved 2008-07-19.
4. Cocoa High School - Cocoa, FL (2008). "Thompson, Scott (1983) Profile". Alumni Village. Retrieved 2008-07-19.
5. "Carrot Top". Comedy Central. Retrieved 2008-07-19.
6. "Carrot Top Biography". filmreference. 2008. Retrieved 2008-07-06.
7. "See Carrot Top at Luxor Hotel". Luxor Las Vegas. 2008. Retrieved 2008-07-19.

External links

• Official website
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• Carrot Top interview
• An interview with CanWest News Service
• Spirit of America Tour press release

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