Frankie Muniz hospitalised in Daytona race crash, later released
Actor Frankie Muniz crashed at Daytona during practice but was later released from hospital.
Frankie Muniz is known for the show Malcolm in the Middle. On Wednesday, he crashed into a tyre barrier at Daytona International Speedway during a practice session.
The front of his car was destroyed in the crash. Muniz was the second fastest driver in the session when the crash happened.
Muniz was taken to a local medical facility for evaluation and is awake and alert. He was sent to the hospital before the Proud to Honor, Veteran's Day exhibition race and was ruled out of it.
Muniz, who is now 40, has raced since 2004 and joined Team Reaume as a full-time driver in 2025.
- 40 years old
- Age
- Malcolm in the Middle
- Famous for
- Daytona International Speedway
- Track
- Second fastest driver
- Position in session
Why it mattersA well-known actor had a serious crash but walked away without life-threatening injuries. He missed a veterans charity race he was looking forward to.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, but the story was picked up by Australian news outlets following the actor's international profile.
Corroborated by7NEWS
