Homecare’s hidden stars revealed as finalists prepare for Birmingham stage

From powerhouse singers and acoustic duos to dance, 12 acts from across the UK have secured their place in the grand final of Homecare’s Got Talent 2026. The finalists will take to the stage at The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham on Friday 7th August, performing in front of a live audience and celebrity judging panel in the hope of being crowned this year’s Homecare’s Got Talent champion.

Created to celebrate the personalities, creativity and hidden talents of people working across the homecare sector, Homecare’s Got Talent gives those who spend their working lives supporting others the chance to step into the spotlight themselves.

This year’s finalists are:

  • Jon Boote from Stoke-on-Trent
  • Millie Thompson from Sunderland
  • Jewell Harris from Burton upon Trent
  • Abby Parker from London
  • Charlotte Lowther from Gosport
  • David and Chris McDonald from Glasgow
  • Scott Ambrose and Gabby Pitacco from Chesterfield
  • Andrew Weston from Ashford, Kent
  • Jennifer Oniya from London
  • Keeley Bayley from Stafford
  • Macey Shawe from Mansfield
  • Imogen Kay from Blackpool.

The finalists will perform for a star-studded judging panel featuring Kuill, known for appearing on The Voice UK, BBC Radio presenter Becky Measures, Jay Aston of Bucks Fizz, and acclaimed guitarist Dave Colquhoun. Together, the judges will face the difficult task of choosing this year’s winner from a line-up representing communities across the country.

Dan Archer, UK CEO of Visiting Angels and founder of Homecare’s Got Talent, said:

“Every year, this competition reminds us just how much creativity, personality and confidence exists across the homecare sector. Our finalists spend their working lives caring for and supporting other people, but Homecare’s Got Talent gives us the chance to celebrate who they are beyond their day jobs.”

“They’ve already shown enormous courage by putting themselves forward, and now they’re preparing to perform on a major stage in front of a live audience. We’d love people to come along, support their favourite finalist and help us give every performer the reception they deserve.”

HCGT 2026 is proudly supported by its gold sponsors Lottie, Invoca, VCCM and Blue Light Card leading the way, alongside silver sponsors Aquatime, Jelly Drops, Supportis, SM92, Mobility Hire and the British Franchise Association. Their backing is helping to bring this year’s competition to life and amplify the voices of care professionals across the UK.

The competition is also backed by a wide network of corporate supporters from across the homecare sector, including Care Your Way, Percurra, Right at Home, Bluebird Care, Promedica24, the Homecare Association, Caremark, Radfield Home Care, CCH Group, Home Instead, Apollo Care, Heritage Healthcare, Walfinch and Visiting Angels, all encouraging carers across their teams to step forward and get involved.

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