Dermott has carved out a highly successful career as a television presenter, football commentator, newspaper columnist, and radio host.
His illustrious playing career spanned over 200 games, predominantly for Hawthorn, with stints at Collingwood and Sydney, tallying 464 career goals. Dermott is revered as one of the greatest centre half forwards in AFL history.
Transitioning from the field, Dermott coached the Australian team in the International Rules Series against Ireland for two years after retiring in 1995.
During his 20-year tenure at Channel Nine, Dermott hosted and provided special comments for Friday Night Football, was a regular panellist on the AFL Footy Show, and featured weekly on Nine’s Sunday Footy Show. He also hosted Channel Seven’s prime time football program, The Game, and played a pivotal role in the network's coverage of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Dermott further diversified his television portfolio by joining the award-winning travel show Getaway in 2007, showcasing his versatility as a national prime-time lifestyle host. His roles have ranged from filling in as a weather presenter on The Today Show to hosting Victoria’s popular travel show Postcards.
Today, Dermott continues to shine in sports media as a commentator on Foxtel’s Fox Footy channel and as a key member of SEN radio’s AFL commentary team.
In 2019, Dermott ventured into reality TV, appearing on the Ten Network’s I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!, an experience that left him with a newfound appreciation for life.
Dermott’s success on screen is a reflection of his warm personality and adventurous spirit, embodying the quintessential Aussie ‘larrikin’ with a big heart.
Beyond his media career, Dermott is highly sought-after as a keynote speaker at corporate and sporting events nationwide, where his engaging presence and insightful anecdotes captivate audiences.
