Frankie Muniz hospitalized after crash at Daytona International Speedway: Report
Frankie Muniz, driver of the #33 The Electric State Ford looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fresh from Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway on February 14, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Credit: Mike Ehrmann/G
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Actor and race car driver Frankie Muniz was taken to a hospital Wednesday after crashing during a practice lap at Daytona International Speedway, according to reports.
Muniz, best known for starring in the television sitcom "Malcolm in the Middle," was practicing ahead of the Ford Veterans Day Classic, an exhibition race scheduled for Wednesday evening, Entertainment Tonight and Motorsport reported.
According to Entertainment Tonight, who was at the scene of the incident, Muniz crashed during a practice lap. Rescue crews had to cut off the top of his car to get him out.
A photo of the Team Air Force car Muniz was expected to drive showed significant damage to the vehicle's roof following the crash.
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Muniz was transported to a local hospital but was awake and alert, according to reports. He will not compete in Wednesday's race.
This is a developing story. Check back for more updates.
The Source: The information for this story was provided by Entertainment Tonight, TMZ, and Motorsport. This story was reported from Los Angeles.