Frankie Muniz Suffers Fracture in Freak Accident Involving Ladder

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Frankie Muniz is dealing with a big fat setback.

The actor from Malcolm in the Middle revealed that due to a broken wrist sustained from a fall off a ladder, he will be unable to participate in his forthcoming NASCAR races, including the one scheduled for August 30th, and instead will focus on recovery.

As a die-hard fan, I can tell you that the phrase ‘FML’ (short for Frankie Muniz’s Life) feels more profound than ever in moments like these. Frankie, my hero who embarked on his racing career in 2023, shared on Instagram Aug. 28 a piece of news that saddened me deeply – he won’t be racing at Darlington this weekend or for the following weeks due to a distal radius fracture. I can only imagine how frustrated he must be!

Yesterday, he shared that he accidentally fell off a ladder while replacing batteries for his Ring camera in the backyard. Reflecting back, he realized the importance of following the warning label on ladders that advises against sitting or standing on the top step. In retrospect, using a taller ladder might have been a wiser choice.

Actor from Big Fat Liar, who has a 4-year-old son named Mauz with wife Paige Muniz, stated that while he feels unfortunate for missing the races, he is relieved that his injury didn’t turn out to be more severe.

Regarding when Frankie can wear his helmet again, he shared that the doctor expects him to recover within 6-8 weeks. In other words, once he receives medical clearance, he will resume driving duties.

According to the confirmation by Frankie’s racing team, Reaume Brothers Racing, Mason Maggio is set to replace him during the upcoming weekend’s race.

39-year-old, once involved in acting but switched to racing in the 2000s, recognizes that driving can bring unexpected challenges. Not so long ago, he pondered about how his psychological wellbeing had been affected by recent tragedies.

In complete transparency, I must confess that my mental and emotional state seems to have reached a fresh low,” he openly disclosed on X in April. “I felt compelled to voice it out loud.

In a race held in North Carolina, Frankie encountered an issue with his vehicle that he estimated lost him around 17 to 18 circuits on the track. Despite this setback, he managed to get back into the competition but ultimately ended up placing 23rd.

He expressed his deep longing to be participating in the race, he said to NASCAR reporter Peter Stratta. It’s quite challenging to strive for good lap times when you’re essentially out of the competition, as if you’re racing alone.

He’s handled each setback gracefully, expressing that he’s still growing, becoming more at ease with the situation.

For a closer look at more celebrity health scares, keep reading.

During a wrestling match in July 2025, a former Total Bellas cast member disclosed that a shift occurred in one of her breast implants following a powerful elbow strike delivered by fellow WWE star Piper Niven.

In simpler terms, she reassured her sister Bella Garcia at the time, saying, “It’s all right,” with the promise that they would address the issue eventually. She also informed the doctor that following her divorce, she would return to them as soon as possible to ensure their beauty was well-maintained because these girls (presumably a group of women or herself and Bella) were going to be active in the future, and it was important for them to look their best.

In 2014, the actress who played a prominent role in “12 Years a Slave” was diagnosed with fibroids, which are non-cancerous growths that can form within or near the uterus. Remarkably, this diagnosis came in the same year she received an Oscar for her performance in that very film.

Yet, it wasn’t until the year 2025 that she shared her diagnosis, expressing on Instagram that she had been enduring secretly for over a decade.

She expressed, “As we enter puberty, we are typically taught that having periods involves pain, and this pain is just an inevitable aspect of being female. Unfortunately, many women endure this discomfort individually without adequate support.

 

In July 2025, the member of Daisy Jones & The Six band disclosed that they were admitted to the hospital due to a hernia, which is an often occurrence in the lower abdomen and pelvic region, stemming from prolonged use of tight-fitting trousers.

She posted on X, the platform previously known as Twitter, saying, “‘Suki, you’ve stopped tweeting lately,'” but added, “I haven’t told you this before because it might surprise you, but 6 months ago my pants were so tight they gave me a hernia! I’ve been too afraid to mention it.

In April 2025, an alumnus of Beverly Hills, 90210 announced that he was recuperating following a surgery due to a close call with an almost ruptured appendix.

A week ago, I began experiencing abdominal discomfort,” Brian mentioned in his Instagram post. “It led me to the emergency room, where they discovered a perforated appendix, not quite ruptured yet.

He added, “I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”

Adam Devine revealed that the injuries he suffered, following an accident involving a cement truck at the age of 11, continue to impact him presently.

As I sat down for an episode of the In Depth With Graham Bensinger podcast in 2025, I couldn’t help but express my feelings in the most honest way possible. “It’s been a living hell,” I admitted. “I’ve been plagued with constant spasms throughout my body. For a while now, they’ve been telling me that death was imminent-truly, within this past year.

He observed that pain is intermittent, expressing, “There are quite a few oddities and imperfections in my body.

Previously from the Bachelor Nation, he disclosed his experience of having to go to the hospital by crawling on all fours because of severe lower back pain that intensified while traveling in an RV with a companion.

At the moment, from my knees down to my toes, there’s a strange tingling sensation,” he shared during his March 2025 episode of his podcast called ‘Trading Secrets’. “It’s quite unusual because around two to three weeks ago, or perhaps a month back, I was able to squat about 295 pounds. Now, I can barely perform a one-legged squat without falling over. It feels like I’ve had a stroke or something.

But with the help of a back specialist and some steroids, he added, “We’re on the mend.”

Gina Kirschenheiter from The Real Housewives of Orange County revealed that her former spouse, Matt Kirschenheiter, experienced a heart attack back in March 2025; fortunately, he made it through this challenging time.

30 Rock’s lead actor experienced a sudden health issue during a New York Knicks basketball match in March 2025, resulting in his removal from Madison Square Garden in a wheelchair.

On the next day, the comedian posted an update on social media, explaining it was due to food poisoning and he was recovering well.

In February 2025, the actress from Even Stevens revealed that she had been accidentally shot in the face during a trip for a clay pigeon shooting event, which was organized to celebrate her husband Brendan Rooney’s birthday.

While we were together, another individual recklessly discharged their firearm in error, unintentionally hitting me in the face. Instantly, @thebrendanrooney stepped up, evaluated my condition, and swiftly took me to the hospital. I was struck five times, with one bullet coming dangerously close to my right eye.

The former Kim Possible cast member went on to say, “Regrettably, a piece became stuck near my eye, making surgical removal currently too hazardous. Medical professionals will keep a close watch on me for now; fortunately, I can see fine as of now.

She expressed her heartfelt gratitude for simply being alive. She declared her immense love for her daughters, husband, family, and friends. She revealed that she had a moment where she saw her life pass before her eyes, and now she’s urging everyone to embrace those close to them, because life can transform unexpectedly in the blink of an eye.

In Amy Schumer’s own words, she expressed gratitude for the internet during a 2025 episode of Call Her Daddy. She confessed that the online community had criticized her after several media appearances, but this time around, it led to some doctors chiming in with comments about her health. Initially taken aback by the medical trolling, Amy was alarmed when they suggested she might have Cushing syndrome.

Upon further investigation, Amy discovered that her own medical history of steroid injections for scar treatment could have caused this condition. She had undergone a breast reduction and C-section, among other procedures, which required steroid injections. This revelation led to her diagnosis of Cushing syndrome.

Reflecting on the situation later, Amy acknowledged that the harsh comments on the internet, rather than being unkind, actually helped her identify an issue she would not have otherwise known about. She is now relieved to learn that her condition will resolve itself and she remains healthy.

During a game in December 2024, an AHL player got hurt when another player’s skate accidentally cut him, requiring 25 stitches for treatment. Later, after his son had fully recovered, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald expressed gratitude to ESPN, stating, “We consider ourselves fortunate. I wouldn’t wish such an incident on any parent.

Hailey Bieber underwent a terrifying ordeal when she suffered symptoms similar to a stroke while having breakfast with her husband Justin Bieber in March 2022. Sharing her experience a month later on YouTube, the Rhode skincare entrepreneur recounted that she couldn’t respond properly and even struggled to speak when asked if she was okay. Her right side of the face began drooping, and she could not form sentences.

Despite the facial drooping stopping and her speech returning, Hailey decided to visit the hospital for a check-up. The medical team discovered that she had experienced a small blood clot in her brain, which they classified as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Further investigations at the University of California, Los Angeles revealed that Hailey had a hole in her heart called patent foramen ovale (PFO).

Hailey explained that the blood clot had traveled into her heart, escaped through the PFO, and reached her brain, causing the TIA. She subsequently underwent a successful procedure to close the PFO and now feels well again.

In the same year, Hailey went through a health scare, Justin Bieber also faced a health challenge. Specifically, in June 2022, the “Baby” singer was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, which led to temporary paralysis in parts of his face and forced him to cancel the rest of his Justice World Tour. Justin explained on Instagram that this condition affected the nerve in his ear and facial nerves, causing paralysis in half of his face. He shared that he was unable to blink one eye, smile asymmetrically, or move one nostril. The condition made eating difficult for him but eventually improved. Hailey confirmed on a June 2022 episode of Good Morning America that Justin is recovering well and feeling much better despite the sudden and frightening situation.

Jamie Foxx initially chose to keep his hospitalization in April 2023 confidential, but later shared details of his experience. In Atlanta, he recalled having a severe headache and asking for an aspirin, but before he could find one, he collapsed and lost consciousness for 20 days.

Initially, he was treated by a doctor who administered a cortisone shot and sent him home. However, his concerned sister Deidra Dixon then drove him to a hospital where they discovered the cause of his condition – a brain bleed that led to a stroke. After undergoing surgery on the 20th day, Foxx woke up on May 4 in a wheelchair, unable to walk. He then traveled to Chicago for rehabilitation and therapy.

“All I can say is that I am grateful for every prayer,” he said, “because I needed every one of them.

In a candid disclosure, the television personality admitted that she temporarily fainted or lost consciousness during her run for a mile, which was the initial contest of the NBC competition show.

In a heartfelt recollection on “Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser”, I shared, “My memory isn’t crystal clear, but certain moments stand out. I recall the sound of the helicopter, the sensation of drifting, my grandpa appearing, and then… dark. But after that, a glimmer of light. That light was my cue, my sign that I had crossed over, if only for a brief moment.

As I found myself struggling, I began to understand that my body was experiencing a condition known as Rhabdomyolysis – essentially, it was sending out distress signals, warning me that it was on the verge of system failure.

Emilia Clarke filmed intense battle sequences for the popular series Game of Thrones, but in 2019, she penned an essay in The New Yorker titled “A Struggle for My Life.”

In one of her gym sessions, she recounted experiencing a severe headache that led her to the restroom where she became violently ill. The pain, which she described as sharp, throbbing, and constricting, was growing worse. At some level, she realized her brain was injured.

She was rushed to the hospital for a brain scan. In her own words, “The diagnosis arrived swiftly and ominously: a subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), a severe type of stroke brought on by bleeding in the space enveloping the brain.” The Emmy-nominated actress had suffered an aneurysm, a rupture in an artery.

She underwent immediate surgery to repair the aneurysm, finding the pain unbearable. During her recovery period, she also dealt with aphasia and found herself muttering incoherently.

A week later, the aphasia subsided, and she was discharged from the hospital a month after admission. However, during a 2013 brain scan, she learned that the growth had doubled in size, requiring another surgery.

“When they revived me,” she wrote, “I was screaming due to pain. The operation hadn’t been successful. I had sustained a massive hemorrhage and the doctors made it clear that my survival chances were fragile if they didn’t operate again. This time they had to access my brain the old-fashioned way-through my skull.”

Fortunately, Emilia shared, she is now “100% healthy.

Cori Broadus, Snoop Dogg’s daughter, expresses her gratitude towards her family after experiencing a severe stroke in January 2024. With the sudden health crisis, her loved ones quickly responded and supported her.

In an interview with Will Marfuggi from TopMob News in December 2024, Cori shared, “I texted them that I had just suffered a stroke and sent them a picture. Everyone jumped to my aid.”

Due to additional health complications related to lupus, Cori’s hospital stay was prolonged beyond her initial expectations. As she explained, “I could have been discharged after the stroke, but my lupus wasn’t in a good state. My kidneys were failing. There was a lot happening.”

Now, Cori is on the road to recovery. She said, “I’m doing well now. I just needed to rebuild some motor skills, but apart from that, I was fine.

In her twenties, the wellbeing of Shailene Woodley was not ideal. She faced numerous health issues, including losing her hearing and experiencing stomach pain after consuming food. Long periods of walking were exhausting for her, requiring hours of rest afterwards. Multiple doctors provided different diagnoses and treatments, but no clear answers were found.

To seek solutions, Shailene, who has a background in holistic practices and herbalism, decided to consult both traditional medical professionals and independent healers. This quest for healing took over a decade.

During this lengthy journey, the actress from Big Little Lies faced additional challenges due to the discomfort she felt physically. She developed a fear of food, which led to mental struggles such as body dysmorphia, confusion about identity, and feelings of insecurity.

After focusing on her physical and mental well-being, Shailene is now feeling much improved and in good health. “The journey ultimately resolved itself physically, and I am very healthy,” she shared happily.

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2025-08-28 22:48