India, Sept. 20 -- Comedian Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, is recovering in a Las Vegas hospital after his reported suicide attempt on Friday. His legal team has revealed fresh allegations regarding a bitter legal dispute with singer Brian Evans.

According to court filings first reported by TMZ, Evans threatened to add a USB disk containing a sexually graphic video of the comic to the court's docket. Thompson's attorney alleged Evans demanded $500,000 to resolve ongoing litigation.

Thompson's representative, Jami Schlicher, issued the first public update on his condition, saying, "Mr. Thompson is currently recovering, surrounded by his family and those closest to him. His focus is on his health and recovery, and we ask t...