Rihanna has signed up to make her first television show - and has chosen Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts to host it.
The pop superstar, who has had international success with her chart-topping music, is to produce a TV talent hunt to discover a new fashion designer.
The We Found Love singer, whose revealing outfits have come under fire in the past from critics who claim her clothes are too overtly sexual for her young fans, will take on the title of Executive Producer for the Sky Living show.
A statement on the channel's website says:
"The show will celebrate the extraordinary talent and creativity in the British fashion scene. With Rihanna, a fashion icon herself, and Nicola, who created her own Dainty Doll make-up range, at the helm, the show will recognise the increasing influence popstars have on mainstream trends."
Rihanna will be heavily involved in the casting and the winner of the programme will get to design a stage outfit for Rihanna's Wireless performance in Hyde Park in July 2012 - whether the Bajan singer will wear their creation remains to be seen.
"I have been very fortunate to work with some truly amazing designers and stylists throughout my career, and they have been instrumental in making sure my creative vision reaches the stage. I am excited to follow the journey of our aspiring contestants and see how their individuality influences their efforts during the course of the show."
Nicola called Rihanna one of her "style icons", adding: "I was so flattered when Rihanna asked me to work with her on this show. I'm so excited for us to get started on finding a new up-and-coming British designer who just needs a chance, a little bit of help in getting their skills noticed."
Rihanna's move into TV comes shortly after she made her big screen debut alongside Liam Neeson in Peter Berg's new film Battleship.
The series will come exclusively to Sky Living HD in summer 2012. Here's how you can be a part of it.
