Athletes who died on August 3

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on August 3. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2011 Bubba Smith

  Bubba Smith was an American professional football player and actor. He gained fame as an NFL defensive end before transitioning into acting, where he became best known for his roles in the 'Police Academy' film series. [bio]