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FedEx founder Fred Smith, the billionaire father of NFL coach Arthur Smith, has died at the age of 80 according to multiple reports.
The elder Smith founded FedEx in 1973, with the company going on to become a multinational force providing transportation, e-commerce and more.
A cause of death has not yet been provided for Smith.
The founder of the Memphis, Tennessee-based business was honored by several politicians following his passing, including Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn.
'I am deeply saddened by the passing of Fred Smith,' she said. 'As the founder of FedEx, his leadership and innovation transformed global commerce, and he will be remembered for his relentless drive, patriotism, and commitment to service.
'His legacy will endure not only through the company he built but through the countless lives he touched. Praying for his wife, children, and family.'
FedEx founder Fred Smith, the billionaire father of NFL coach Arthur Smith, has died
Arthur, 43, was born in Memphis before ultimately becoming an NFL coach.
He worked for his hometown franchise, the Titans, for nine years as he rose the ranks from defensive quality control coach to offensive coordinator from 2019-20.
He accepted the Falcons' head coaching job in 2021, and was fired after the 2023 season after posting a 7-10 record for the third consecutive season.
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