Ed Sheeran Lands Role on FX Drama ‘The Bastard Executioner’

Ed Sheeran is trying his hand at acting. The English singer-songwriter will have a recurring role on upcoming FX seriesThe Bastard Executioner.
The 10-episode drama from Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter follows a 14th century warrior who is implored to lead the life of a journeyman executioner. Sheeran is set to play a church elder’s protégé.
The Hollywood Reporter was the first to report the news.
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