Ludacris to take on next dramatic role

Ludacris is taking on a new dramatic role. Picture / Reuters

Rapper-actor Ludacris, real name Chris Bridges, who generated strong buzz for his performances in the Oscar-winning Crash and Hustle and Flow, is turning to TV for his next dramatic role.

He'll play rapper-actor Ice T's nephew in a guest spot on crime drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.