(Cover) - EN Showbiz - P. Diddy is set to guest star as a detective on Hawaii Five-0 this spring.

The 41-year-old rap mogul is best known for his work as a recording artist and producer, although he is also a gifted actor, having received praise for his role in last years comedy Get Him to the Greek as well as appearing in 2001 drama Monster's Ball.

The rappers next big acting role will be in US crime drama TV show Hawaii Five-0, which stars actors including Alex O'Loughlin, Scott Caan and Grace Park.

In the episode P. Diddy will portray a detective eager to avenge a crime committed against his family. According to reports, music from the rappers hip-hop collective Diddy-Dirty Moneys album Last Train to Paris will feature in the episode.

P. Diddy has spoken a great deal recently about his desire to pursue acting further, notably in the realm of comedy. Although the Hawaii Five-0 part will be in keeping with his dramatic roles, the star says hes also keen to play more character roles.

"I've done a lot of drama mostly my whole career, with Broadway and Monster's Ball and stuff like that my short little career," he told MTV. "But when I did Get Him to the Greek, I really fell in love with making people laugh. I have a knack for improvisation, and hopefully I'll be able to make people laugh more." (C) Cover Media