What happened to Frankie Muniz? The actor-turned-racing driver issued a statement following his hospitalization

The Big Fat Liar actor, Frankie Muniz, who became a professional race car driver in 2006, drew online attention after he got into a car crash during a practice lap for Ford's Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic on November 11, 2026, at the Daytona International Speedway.

According to Us Weekly, Frankie Muniz, 40, who gained significant fame after starring in Linwood Boomer's popular sitcom Malcolm in the Middle, made his fans worried following his car crash, but assured them that he is recovering and getting better.

While Muniz was taken to a Florida hospital after the accident, a statement released by Ford Racing reportedly claimed that the Agent Cody Banks actor was no longer at the hospital, as he was discharged after close observation. As cited by Us Weekly, a Ford representative said:

"Frankie Muniz was involved in an incident while practicing for today’s Proud to Honor event at Daytona International Speedway. He was transported to a local medical facility for further evaluation. He is awake and alert."

Frankie Muniz, coming from a military family with both his grandfather and father serving in the United States Navy, expressed during a conversation with Us Weekly how thrilled he was to take part in Ford's Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic, an event that honors and pays tribute to all branches of the US Armed Forces. In an October 2026 interview, Muniz said:

"We all owe so much to live in this amazing country to the military. It’s going to be an ultra-competitive race because we’re race car drivers, and that’s how we roll. But it’s going to be a blast, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it."

Frankie Muniz releases a statement following accident ahead of Ford event

According to Us Weekly, the Pizza Man actor, Frankie Muniz, who began his career as a child actor in theater as well as television, shared a statement after his car crash at Daytona International Speedway.

As he expressed his disappointment about not being able to participate in the Ford event, Muniz shared an update regarding his physical condition and thanked the hospital staff and everyone who prayed for his quick recovery. Frankie Muniz, in his statement, said:

"I am disappointed I won’t be able to take part in tonight’s Ford’s Proud to Honor event. I was looking forward to honoring the service of our veterans and racing against these other amazing drivers."

While providing an update on his health condition and how he was rushed to the hospital following the accident, Muniz added:

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"My Mustang did its job in protecting me. I want to thank everyone at Ford Racing, the Daytona International Speedway and the staff here at the hospital. I especially wanted to thank everyone who has reached out and for all the prayers."

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