Popular 2000s sitcom star involved in NASCAR accident

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Frankie Muniz, perhaps best known for his role in the 2000s sitcom Malcolm in the middlewas involved in a surprise accident on Friday, November 8th.

After racing in the Craftsman Truck Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona, Muniz, 38, was seen limping into an ambulance following the accident, according to a report posted by a reporter on X (formerly known as Twitter) posted video was shown.

Despite the hard impact, Muniz assured reporters that he was fine after the race. In another video that was on and the 18 was right there, I went right into him.

As Muniz reflected on his performance to reporters, he shared that the race gave him valuable opportunities to improve. “I felt like I had a good opportunity to run with some guys, I made some passes,” he said. “I lost a few places on restarts, then went out and overtook them again. It was good for me to figure out how to get past people. “I haven't really had much to do this year, so that's been a really positive thing.”

Looking ahead, Muniz remained optimistic, saying in the video, “Next year we’ll be better. I have the entire offseason to prepare and we will get there.”

Muniz made his NASCAR debut earlier this year Malcolm in the middle, plus roles from the early 2000s in films like Big fat liar And Agent Cody Banks.

Muniz's passion for racing began in 2004 and 2006 (the same year). Malcolm in the middle ended), he took part in competitions professionally. Two years later, he decided to put his acting career on hold to pursue a career as a racing driver.

Reflecting on the difference between acting and racing, Muniz explained during a Dirty Mo Media Podcast Appearance: “The only amazing thing about it [NASCAR] The thing I love about being an actor is that it's not subjective… if you're good and you belong, you're at the top of the list. At least [you] can see where you stand. I love that.”