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Comedian Carrot Top was hospitalized following an alleged suicide attempt, prompting him to cancel his Las Vegas shows while he recovers. His legal team says the incident came just weeks after an alleged extortion attempt, claiming a man named Brian Evans threatened to expose sexual matters involving the 61-year-old comedian. Friends and fellow comedians rallied around him publicly, including "Everybody Loves Raymond" star Brad Garrett, who expressed relief that Carrot Top is "okay" in a heartfelt Instagram tribute. His representative confirmed he is receiving care and support in the hospital.