Chris Rock to star in 'Black Friend'

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Chris Rock has signed up to star in comedy vehicle Will You Be My Black Friend?, reports Variety.

The comic will take a starring role in the project, which is being produced by Lionsgate and Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Films.

Based on a GQ magazine article written by Devin Friedman, it follows the writer's awkward attempts to add a black friend to his social group.

Rock's other upcoming projects include the Neil LaBute comedy remake Death At A Funeral.