About Wayne Smith
Lived 1950 – 2016 (aged 66). Wayne Smith was a Canadian canadian football player.
Wayne Dennis Smith (January 24, 1950 – November 27, 2016) was a Canadian Football League defensive end who played twelve seasons for five different teams. Smith never played high school or college football but was discovered by Bob Hayes, the Athletic Director at Saint Mary’s University. He was a CFL All-Star two times and was on the Grey Cup winning team in 1969 and 1973. He died in his sleep at his home in Halifax on November 27, 2016. He was 66 and had 9 children.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Wayne Smith?
Canadian football player (1950-2016)
When was Wayne Smith born?
Wayne Smith was born on 24 January 1950 in Halifax.
When did Wayne Smith die?
Wayne Smith died on 27 November 2016.
What was Wayne Smith's occupation?
Wayne Smith was a canadian football player.
What nationality was Wayne Smith?
Wayne Smith was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Wayne Smith (defensive lineman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wayne Smith. https://biography.guide/wayne-smith-canadian-football-player/
MLA: "Wayne Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/wayne-smith-canadian-football-player/.
Chicago: "Wayne Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/wayne-smith-canadian-football-player/.
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