Leo Buscaglia was an American author and motivational speaker known for his work on love, self-help, and personal growth. He was a professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Southern California. Buscaglia, also known as "Dr. Love," wrote several best-selling books, including "Living, Loving and Learning," "Love," and "Personhood." He was born on March 31, 1924, and died on June 12, 1998.