Frederick W. Smith, the founder of FedEx, died Saturday, according to an announcement from the company. He was 80 years old. Frederick W. Smith August 11, 1944 – June 21, 2025 Pioneer of an industry, founder of FedEx, mentor to many, a source of inspiration to all. Bravo Zulu. Photographed by @annieleibovitz pic.twitter.com/axN6879PWs

Fred Smith, a former minority owner of the Washington NFL franchise and the founder of FedEx Corp., a prominent sponsor across the landscape of sports, has died.

Fred Smith, a towering figure in American business, has died. He was 80. While in most contexts he will be remembered first and foremost as the founder of FedEx, Smith had a significant impact on the NFL.