Frankie Muniz 'grateful to be walking' after being cut free from race car
Frankie Muniz is "grateful to be walking" after having to be cut free from his race car following a crash during practice earlier this week.
Frankie Muniz is "grateful to be walking" after having to be cut free from his race car following a crash earlier this week.
The 40-year-old actor had been due to take part in the Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic charity race at Daytona International Speedway on Wednesday (11.11.26), but was taken to hospital following an "incident" on the Florida track during practice and he's admitted he's amazed not to have suffered any "major injuries".
In a video update shared to Instagram, Frankie said: “We had to cut the roof off, but [they] got me out safely, got me to the hospital, and all is well. So, recovering now and, you know, I’ll be back on the track soon.
“I’m extremely sore, but fortunately, no major injuries. I’m not 100% sure how that’s the case, but that’s just a testament to how well built the Ford Mustang Dark Horse cars are, and the safety.”
The Malcolm in the Middle star thanked Ford for giving him the opportunity to be part of the race and expressed his disappointment that he was ultimately unable to take part.
He added: “I’m really, really sorry to have had that happen. Obviously, in practice, I was really looking forward to representing the Air Force and all of our military, on Veteran’s Day and and getting a race with some of my favorite drivers, some of the best drivers.”
He went on to thank “everybody who has reached out, wishing me well and all their thoughts and prayers.”
He added: “I can honestly say that, you know, I’m grateful to be walking right now."
In the caption to his video, Frankie admitted he had found the volume of well-wishes "overwhelming".
He wrote: "Yesterday at Daytona was one of those moments that puts everything into perspective.
"First and foremost, thank you to everyone who’s reached out with messages, calls, and prayers. The support has been overwhelming in the best way, and it means more than I can put into words.
"A special thank you to @fordracing and the safety team at the track who got me out of the car. I’m incredibly grateful for everything you did. Thank you to the incredible team at Halifax Health Medical Center for taking great care of me. And to the @robertnoakerracing team, I feel terrible about that beautiful Dark Horse R!"
The Agent Cody Banks actor has pledged to get back in action soon.
He concluded: "Still processing it all, but I’m okay and already looking forward to getting back on the track soon. Love you all."
