Talented twins John and Edward Grimes, AKA Jedward, made a surprise announcement this morning, via their official twitter account, @planetjedward.

The Duo are set to appear in the cult SyFy hit, Sharknado.

Talked to @tarareid we just found out that we are gonna star in #sharknado 2 and will also be doing a song for the sound track

— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 4, 2013

This news was quickly confirmed by long-term friend. and Sharknado star, Tara Reid.

So excited John and Edward @planetjedward will be making there first movie debut in #sharknado 2 and will be on the soundtrack! Woo hop

— Tara Reid (@TaraReid) August 4, 2013

The pair will also be contributing to the soundtrack for the film.

UK fans can catch the twins on tour in September, with an Australian tour planned for November.