Actor and professional race car driver Frankie Muniz was taken to a hospital on Wednesday after an incident during a practice session at the Daytona International Speedway. Muniz, 40, was participating in preparation for the Ford Proud to Honor Veterans Classic, a Veterans Day event scheduled for Wednesday evening. His team, Team Reaume, announced on social media that Muniz was awake and alert following the incident and had been transported to a local medical facility for evaluation.
Muniz will not compete in Wednesday’s race, according to a statement from Ford Racing. The team confirmed Muniz was transported for observation but did not provide further medical details. Team Reaume requested privacy for Muniz during this time, stating, “Thank you for your support and for respecting Frankie’s privacy at this time.”
Muniz, best known for his role as Malcolm Wilkerson in the Fox sitcom Malcolm in the Middle, has transitioned from acting to full-time stock car racing. He joined Team Reaume Brothers Racing as a driver for the 2025 racing season. Muniz has previously competed in celebrity races, including his first in 2004, and turned professional in subsequent years.
This is not the first time Muniz has been involved in a high-speed incident. Reports indicate he was involved in a practice crash in April, though no serious injuries were reported at that time. His participation in the Veterans Day Classic had been anticipated, with former Malcolm in the Middle co-star Bryan Cranston expected to attend in support.
Ford Racing has been contacted for additional comment regarding the incident and Muniz’s condition.