Actor Frankie Muniz revealed he has hit a “low point” and described the past six weeks as a “nightmare” on Instagram, according to Fox News. The 40-year-old Emmy nominee, known for his role in Malcolm in the Middle, stated that he has had nowhere to hide during the ordeal, which coincides with his ongoing divorce from estranged wife Paige Price.
Frankie Muniz Details Six-Week “Nightmare” and Self-Reflection
According to Page Six, Muniz shared his thoughts on social media, writing that everything felt heavy, unclear, and falling apart simultaneously. Despite the difficulty, the actor-turned-NASCAR driver described the period as an unexpected gift that forced him to sit with himself and conduct real self-reflection.
Did you know? Frankie Muniz transitioned from his child star acting career into professional stock car racing, competing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
“I’ve had time to sit with myself, do real self-reflection, and finally see the areas of my life that need work if I want to become a better version of me,” Muniz wrote, as cited by Fox News. He added that he believes he will look back at this low point in five years with gratitude.
Response From Estranged Wife Paige Price
Price also shared a clip of divorce lawyer James Sexton discussing how “the right thing to do is to do the hard thing.”
The couple originally announced their separation in July after 10 years together. According to Page Six, Muniz initially posted a video of his family dancing to announce the split, but later deleted it following online backlash. Price defended Muniz in the comments of that post, writing that she was sorry he felt the need to delete a fun family video because people were cruel.
Co-Parenting and Family Unity
Despite the divorce proceedings, Muniz and Price have maintained a united front for their five-year-old son, Mauz.
In their original separation announcements, both parties emphasized their ongoing commitment to co-parenting and operating Muniz Racing together. Muniz expressed deep gratitude to Price for her support throughout their marriage, noting that their foundation of respect and friendship remains intact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Frankie Muniz and Paige Price split?
Do Frankie Muniz and Paige Price share children?
Yes, according to Page Six, the couple shares a five-year-old son named Mauz, who was born in March 2021.
What is Frankie Muniz’s current career?
Alongside his acting career, including reprising his role in the Malcolm in the Middle revival series, Muniz works as a professional stock car racing driver.
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