Carrot Top Biography
Scott Thompson who is popularly known as Carrot Top is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He is best known for his film roles in Chairman of the Board (1998), Swearnet: The Movie (2014), and Savannah.
Carrot Top Age
Top was born on 25 February 1965 in Rockledge, Florida, United States. He is 58 years old as of 2023. He celebrates his birthday on February 25 every year.
Carrot Top Career
Top has made appearances in a variety of films and television shows, showcasing his diverse talent. Some notable mentions include Larry the Cable Guy’s Christmas Spectacular, Gene Simmons Family Jewels, Criss Angel Mindfreak, Scrubs (2001), Space Ghost Coast to Coast, George Lopez, and Tugger: The Jeep 4×4 Who Wanted to Fly (2005).
From 1995 to 1999, Top served as the continuity announcer for Cartoon Network. During this time, he also created and starred in the early morning show, Carrot Top’s AM Mayhem, from 1994 to 1996. In 1998, Top ventured into the film industry with his debut role as Chairman of the Board. Notably, in 2002, he recorded a commentary track for The Rules of Attraction.
His television appearances are extensive, with highlights such as a memorable role in the Reno 911! episode “Weigel’s Pregnant” in 2006. In 2008, he served as a guest judge on Last Comic Standing. Top’s involvement in various shows continued, with appearances on Don’t Forget The Lyrics! in 2010, where he assisted Penn & Teller. He also participated as a roaster in the Comedy Central Roasts of Flavor Flav and Gene Simmons.
His versatility extends to reality shows like The Bad Girls Club, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and Holly’s World. Top even made an appearance on an episode of Tosh.0. Nighttime television talk shows have also welcomed Top, with appearances on Space Ghost Coast to Coast (1996), The Jay Leno Show (2010), and a first-time guest panelist spot on Red Eye w/Greg Gutfeld in 2011.
Carrot Top Movies
- Chairman of the Board (1998)
- Dennis the Menace Strikes Again! (1998)
- Pauly Shore Is Dead (2003)
- Sharknado 4: The 4th Awakens (2016)
- Last Call (2012)
- The Larry Sanders Show (1995-1998)
- Star Search (1993)
- Criss Angel Mindfreak (2005-2010)
- Scrubs (2002-2008)
- George Lopez (2002-2007)
Carrot Top Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of $75 million which he has earned through acting and comedian shows.
Carrot Top Las Vegas
Carrot Top has entered into a lucrative and extensive agreement to showcase his talents at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, where he entertains the audience with 300 shows annually. Apart from his scheduled performances at the Luxor, he engages in various comedy events. Top’s comedic routine involves the use of numerous props, all stored in large trunks on the stage. Typically, his prop-based jokes involve presenting a prop, providing a one-liner description, and then discarding it.
Expressing his satisfaction with his Vegas residency, Top stated, “I have been performing in Vegas for many years and now I truly enjoy calling it home. Luxor is the perfect place for me – on the Strip in the most exciting city in the world. Vegas has become such a star-studded vacation destination for celebrities, where else could I be in the center of the biggest resource in the world for new material?”
Carrot Top House
Top purchased a home in Winter Park, Florida for $925,000 in May 1997. The home has five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a swimming pool & spa, a boat dock, and 3,254 square feet. In early 2006, he purchased a new home in Las Vegas for $1,900,000. The Sin City home has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half, a swimming pool, and 4,386 square feet.