Rami Malek to Play Benjamin in 'BD'

Entertainment Tonight reported that 29-year-old Pacific star Rami Malek will play the role of Benjamin in the upcoming Breaking Dawn Part 2. "I think it's going to be great," he told ET. "It's going to be super exciting, and I'm thrilled."

Benjamin is part of the Egyptian coven that comes to help witness for the Cullens to the Volturi and has the special ability of controlling the elements. Malek has had various television appearances and is in the upcoming Larry Crowne movie with Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts. He is also known for playing the role of Ahkmenrah in Night at the Museum and Night at the Museum 2. Malek should make a nice addition to the Twilight cast.

{via MTV}