LL Cool J x NCIS. LL Cool J has just officially signed on to star in a spin-off of the CBS crime show “NCIS.” In the spin-off, LL will play the role of Sam Hanna, an ex-Navy SEAL who recently completed stints in both Afghanistan and Iraq. LL’s character will work undercover for the NCIS unit in L.A. and is an expert on the Middle East.

The deal was first announced in early February but the contract was finally just signed with LL and the producers. LL is no stranger to the small screen having starred in the show “In The House” for over four years and numerous guest appearances in shows ranging from “Oz” to “30 Rock.” Let’s just hope LL’s new show has more success than his Sears clothing line did.