Frankie Muniz, Actor: Malcolm in the Middle. Frankie was born in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, to Denise, a nurse, and Francisco Muniz III, a restaurateur. His father is of Puerto Rican heritage and his mother is of Irish and Italian descent. Frankie was home-schooled since Grade Six. He started his acting career performing the role of Tiny Tim in &quot;A Christmas Carol&quot; for three years. Nominations for his performances include &quot;The Hollywood ...