Actor and NASCAR driver Frankie Muniz was hospitalized Wednesday after crashing during a practice lap at Daytona International Speedway in Florida. The 40-year-old was preparing for Ford’s Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic, a charity exhibition race supporting military veterans and their families.
Muniz was awake and alert when transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation. He was later released, saying he was sore but crediting his Mustang with protecting him. Muniz was forced to withdraw from the race.
The former Malcolm in the Middle star became a full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver in 2025. (People)