Rita Wilson's self-titled album to release in March

Actress-singer Rita Wilson will release her self-titled album on March 11.

The record will mark Wilson's foray into songwriting and recording original songs, reported Entertainment Weekly.

Back in 2012, the 59-year-old "Sleepless in Seattle" star had released a cover album of some of her favourite songs from the '60s and '70s.

For the project, Wilson has collaborated with Kara DioGuardi, Dan Wilson, Nathan Chapman, and Babyface.

Post the release of the album, she will also tour across the US, with her first show in Salona Beach, California on March 29 and last in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 4.

Prior to the release she will give performances at the Cafe Carlyle in New York City from February 23 to March 5.