He's never explicitly named, but he's a shadowy figure who seems to be manipulating events, even potentially having a connection to Michael. He appears throughout the film, watching Michael, communicating with him telepathically, and even seemingly controlling him at times.
There's a lot of ambiguity surrounding his motives and identity, leading many fans to theorize about who he might be:
* A Cult Leader: Some believe he's the leader of a mysterious cult that's trying to resurrect Michael as some kind of powerful entity.
* A Demonic Entity: Another theory suggests he's a demonic force that's manipulating Michael and driving him towards evil.
* A Relative: A more grounded possibility is that he's a relative of Michael's, possibly his father or a distant ancestor.
The film itself leaves his true identity unclear, adding to the mystery and intrigue.