Nelly lands guest role in 'CSI: NY'

Nelly is to join the cast of CSI: New York for a multi-episode stint, according to Entertainment Weekly.

The rap star, who previously appeared in comedy movie The Longest Yard, will play a club owner who provides valuable information to Mac and his team.

"He's a great actor," said executive producer Pam Veasey. "He really stepped up."

Pop group Maroon 5 will also make a cameo in the new season, which airs in the US from September.