<p style="text-align: justify; "><span style="font-size: 1rem;"><b>Reality TV star Kim Kardashian is swapping her domestic drama for something scripted with an appearance on cult show "American Horror Story."</b></span><br></p><p style="text-align: justify; ">The socialite and billionaire businesswoman posted an eerie video Monday to her 352 million Instagram followers, confirming that she will be joining the series with regular Emma Roberts.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">The brief video includes an off-key rendition of "Rock-a-bye Baby" and the whispered line: "Emma and Kim are delicate."</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">The showbiz news outlet Variety reported that Kardashian will have a lead role in Season 12, playing a character that was written specifically for her.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">Kardashian first came to public attention as a member of heiress Paris Hilton's entourage, but gained global notoriety with the release of a sex tape.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">That was followed by the long-running "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" series and its spin-offs, in which viewers get insights into the lives of the uber-wealthy family.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">As well as a now-dissolved high profile marriage to Kanye West, Kardashian has also built a business empire selling lingerie and beauty products.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">She appeared in a handful of films in the late 2000s, and recently voiced a character in "PAW Patrol: The Movie."</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">But "American Horror Story" will be her first scripted on-screen venture in a decade.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">"American Horror Story" is an anthology piece revolving around different characters and locations.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">It is known for its high-profile cast, which changes frequently.</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">Previous stars have included Lady Gaga, Sarah Paulson, Kathy Bates and Angela Bassett. AFP</p><p style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd24/kh</p>