Adam Lambert to join Glee

Glee co-creator Ryan Murphy confirmed the news on

Twitter. “I am thrilled to announce that the super talented Adam Lambert is joining the cast of Glee this fall.” Murphy did not reveal what part Lambert will play.

The pop star has previously voiced his appreciation for the show and said he would love to play himself in the singing

series. “Glee is really irresistible – it’s charming…(It) really paints a picture of what it’s like to be an arts kid in

high school,” Lambert had said.

Lambert isn’t the first former American Idol contestant to appear on Glee. Last year’s runner-up Jessica Sanchez had a guest role as a rival singer from another school.