Gladiator (Melvin Potter)

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Gladiator
The Gladiator by Alex Maleev
Publication information
Publisher	Marvel Comics
First appearance	Daredevil #18 (July 1966)[1]
Created by	Stan Lee (writer) John Romita Sr. (artist)
In-story information
Alter ego	Melvin Potter
Team affiliations	Emissaries of Evil Maggia
Abilities	Accomplished clothing designer Superb martial artist Peak physical condition Wears thick metal armor Possesses arsenal of edged weapons

Gladiator (Melvin Potter) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Potter was initially depicted as a supervillain and one of the first enemies of the superhero Daredevil. In civilian life, he is a costume designer at the Spotlight Costume Shop in New York City. He eventually reformed and became a consistent supporter of Daredevil.^{[citation needed]}

Potter was portrayed by Matt Gerald in the streaming television series Daredevil, set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).