[1] Derickx grew up playing Australian Rules Football but it wasn't his passion.

[2] He spent a lot of time surfing and began playing guitar during high school.

[6] Since retiring from AFL, Derickx is a fashion model represented by IMG and is part of the dance band Kayex.

[1][4][7] He has modeled for brands including Tiffany & Co., Diesel and Jockey Underwear.

studying music composition and production, and released his first solo single "Horror Show" In October 2021.