Founder of iconic American company and co-owner of NFL team dead at 80
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 โ 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