Vince Staples wants to participate in the fast furious franchise, asking Dwayne Johnson to cast it.
Staples, 29, took to Twitter on Wednesday (September 21) to voice his big screen aspirations and had a specific request for The Rock, which involves Tyrese.
“Somebody tell The Rock to put me in fast furious as the son of Tyrese of Barstow”, the Ramona Park broke my heart typed rapper.
On Friday (September 23), it’s unclear whether Staples’ request was granted or denied by the fast furious family. However, Staples has a confirmed acting role with his own scripted comedy series for Netflix.
According The Hollywood Reporterthe show is called The Vince Staples Show and will be loosely based on Staples’ life. The Netflix series will be set in his hometown of Long Beach and will be produced by Kenya Barris.
“I am delighted to be partnering with Netflix and Kenya Barris on The Vince Staples Show,Staples voiced. “It’s something I’ve been developing for some time and I’m happy it’s coming to fruition.”
Tracey Pakosta, Head of Comedy at Netflix, added to Staples’ statement, describing Netflix’s working relationship with world-renowned artists.
“It’s our mission to work with the best artists in the world. Vince has already established himself as one of today’s most talented young musicians,” Pakosta said. “And we’re really excited to see how his sensitivity and sense of humor will translate into a unique comedy series.”
The Vince Staples Show is currently without a release date.