A character from the classic [[flash gordon (series)|Flash Gordon]] science fiction franchise that first appeared in the original comic strip from 1934.

[b]Ming the Merciless[/b] is the main villain of the series. He is the supreme ruler of an alien planet called Mongo. Ming is tall, bald and has a peculiar goatie. He likes to wear opulent ceremonial outfits and military uniforms.

Ming was played by actor "Charles Middleton":https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Middleton_%28actor%29 in the three old live action film serials (made between 1936 and 1940) and by [[Max von Sydow]] in the 1980 Flash Gordon live action film adaptation.
ming the merciless