However, what may come as a surprise is his sharp pivot from acting.
During his childhood of successful acting, he found an intense love for race car driving.
He fondlyrecallsmeeting his racing heroes in his late teens and wanting to join them on the track.
Right then and there, he knew he wanted to quit acting.
WhenMalcolm in the Middlewrapped in 2006, Muniz met with his agents to discuss what was next.
I dont think any of them believed me, Munizsays.
Or they thought that maybe it was like, Oh, give him a couple of weeks.
Im on the road every week.
Muniz started moving up the ranks.
NASCAR notes he saw, year-over-year progress.
Sadly, he wrecked his car during the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, breaking his back.
In October 2021, Muniz competed in his first stock car competition.
Despite his nerves, he finished in 17th place.
As before, Muniz finds himself quickly climbing the ranks.
Muniz cites the birth of his son, Mauz, as a motive for his decision.
This isnt the first time Muniz has disclosed his career priorities.
I want racing to be my focus.
It’s one of those things you have to do 100%.
you could’t just do it halfway.
As NASCARexplains, Most racers begin go-karting before they even own a learners permit.
The average age of the current top 10 ARCA national drivers is 26.
Thats my only regret: I wish I got back in a race car sooner, Muniz admits.
Because I didnt realize how much I loved it until I started again.
Im not letting the opportunity pass this time.
And thats all I can hope for.
To keep up with his NASCAR journey, you’ve got the option to follow Muniz onTwitterandInstagram.
During his childhood of successful acting, Frankie Muniz found an intense love for race car driving.
He dedicated himself to the sport intensely.
Just as he was moving up the ranks, Muniz got injured during a race.
His upcoming IndyCar contract was pulled and his race car career came to an abrupt halt.
The actor explored other passions, like music and golf.
In October 2021, Muniz raced in his very first stock car competition.
Despite his nerves, he finished in 17th place.
I want racing to be my focus.
It’s one of those things you have to do 100%.
you might’t just do it halfway.
And thats all I can hope for.
Whos behind the wheel driving in todays@ARCA_Racingpre-race practice at@DAYTONA?
