Wilmer Valderrama to Play 'Dog Whisperer' Cesar Millan

Since 'That 70's Show' went off the air, Wilmer Valderrama has been better known for his tabloid exploits than for his acting. Now it's time to find out if his bite can still live up to his bark in a new sitcom based on 'Dog Whisperer.'

According to Variety, Valderrama has been tapped by Fox to star in a new sitcom based on the National Geographic Channel series, which follows the adventures of canine guru Cesar Millan. Since 'That 70's Show' went off the air, Wilmer Valderrama has been better known for his tabloid exploits than for his acting. Now it's time to find out if his bite can still live up to his bark in a new sitcom based on 'Dog Whisperer.'

According to Variety, Valderrama has been tapped by Fox to star in a new sitcom based on the National Geographic Channel series, which follows the adventures of canine guru Cesar Millan.

Millan, who is known for hobnobbing with the elite of the entertainment community thanks to his renowned dog training abilities, has published a book about his exploits and has appeared as himself on such shows as 'Ghost Whisperer' and 'Bones'.

Now he'll be the one getting the Hollywood tratment. While details have yet to be finalized, it appears Valderrama will play the Millan role in a series written and produced by 'Hung' co-producer Emily Kapnek. Valderrama, who in recent years has gained notoriety thanks to apperances on 'The Howard Stern Show' where he discussed intimate details of his relationships with such ingenues as Ashlee Simpson, Lindsay Lohan and Mandy Moore, is currently doing voice work for the Disney Channel show 'Handy Manny'.

Whether or not this new role will be able to rehabilitate his pubic image remains to be seen, but one thing seems clear: 'The Dog Whisperer' represents his best chance yet to get out of the media's doghouse.