Nelly will be featured in a new print ad campaign for Sean John underwear.  

The print ads shot by Randee St. Nicholas stars Nelly in a variety of Sean John underwear and loungewear.  

In the statement announcing the deal, Diddy said, "Nelly is the quintessential definition of the Sean John man.  He has the attitude, the swagger and most of all, the physique that our customers can both aspire and relate to.  And let's be honest, all the ladies out there are going to be thanking us for this campaign."  He said, "the images are so strong; they speak for themselves.  We are truly excited to welcome Nelly into the Sean John family."

Nelly said, "I hope my fans will enjoy this campaign as much as I did shooting it."  

Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.  See the press release here.

In other Nelly news, according to Entertainment Weekly, he will be making multiple appearances on CSI: New York .  Nelly, who previously appeared in the comedy The Longest Yard, will portray a club owner in his role on CSI.  The executive producer of the show, Pam Veasey, said "He's a great actor, he really stepped it up." 

Nelly is also putting the finishing touches on his fourth solo album, Brass Knuckles, which is scheduled for a September 16th release.  The album features Ashanti, Usher, Ciara, and Akon.