Benjamin McKenzie: Hot Cop

In an effort to quash his role on the “O.C.,” Benjamin McKenzie looks to have branched out into unfamiliar territory. And in his new television series, he plays… a cop!

The “88 Minutes” stud was spotted hamming it up on the set of his new gig “LAPD” yesterday (September 29) along Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, California.

Benjamin reportedly plays a reserved rookie cop who is still learning the ropes. According to press, “LAPD” is slated to air on NBC in February 2009, replacing “ER.”

And when he’s not playing a fake cop, McKenzie is doing everything he can to campaign for his choice for the next President of the United States, Barack Obama.

Gossip Girls

Enjoy the pictures of Benjamin McKenzie on the set of "LAPD" (September 29).