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Ice-T is to produce David Hasselhoff's first hip-hop album.


The pair are neighbours in Los Angeles and are said to have struck up a close friendship.


Hasselhoff has had some success as a singer, releasing seven albums. He's also said to be very popular in Germany.


Ice-T, who was one of the first real hip-hop stars in the late 1980s, said: "The man is a legend. And we are going to show a whole new side of him."


The rapper is said to be convinced that the 51-year-old for Knight Rider and Baywatch actor can take on the biggest names in rap, reports The Sun.


Ice-T added: "He's gonna come out as Hassle The Hoff - I promise you. The Hoff will surprise people with his rap skills and humour."

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