This interview appeared in the August 2018 issue of GAY TIMES.

Photography Ryan Pfluger
Fashion Ryan Young
Words William J Connolly

Unless you've been living on another planet for the last few years, it's pretty much guaranteed that you've heard Derek Chadwick's name before – or at least recognise those signature cheekbones. A model on the rise and an Instagram sensation with over 260,000 followers – we know you're one, too! – the American-born fashion favourite and wannabe actor is a man in serious demand. 

Having worked on campaigns for the likes of big-hitters Urban Outfitters, and even been in popular telly phenomenon Scream Queens, the native New Yorker went from zero to hero almost overnight when he was thrust into the spotlight and his dream of international stardom became a reality. Now a regular in the public eye (and totally at home there), the 23-year-old is the future. 

But between the billboard images, Insta-likes and frankly hysterical Twitter posts – @DerekAChadwick for all the lolz – there’s still a lot we don’t know about the 90s jock. From his bold and addictive personality to the revelation of him wanting to break into the music world, Derek’s split between his public and private life has been a little extreme, and it’s something he’s determined to change.