P Diddy makes live stand-up debut

P Diddy has made his live stand-up comedy debut in New York.

The rapper and entrepreneur, real name Sean Combs, made a surprise appearance during comedian Chris Gethard's sketch show at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre last Friday.

According to MTV, Gethard, who runs a monthly comedy night at the venue, had been asking Diddy to appear on stage with him for over a year.

Diddy took part in a series of skits mocking his extravagant lifestyle before Gethard asked him to share his top tips for performing live.

The hour-long show ended as Diddy presented joke gifts including a fake gun, Tic Tacs and a wad of money to Gethard, who is about to go on tour.

Diddy has been carving out an acting career, making appearances in Get Him To The Greek and Entourage.