{"id":32445,"date":"2026-07-23T21:43:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T20:43:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/?p=32445"},"modified":"2026-07-20T21:43:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T20:43:40","slug":"homecares-hidden-stars-revealed-as-finalists-prepare-for-birmingham-stage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/homecares-hidden-stars-revealed-as-finalists-prepare-for-birmingham-stage\/","title":{"rendered":"Homecare\u2019s hidden stars revealed as finalists prepare for Birmingham stage"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 2<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

From powerhouse singers and acoustic duos to dance and drag, 12 acts from across the UK have secured their place in the grand final of Homecare\u2019s 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\u2019s Homecare\u2019s Got Talent champion.<\/h3>\n

\"HCGT<\/p>\n

Created to celebrate the personalities, creativity and hidden talents of people working across the homecare sector, Homecare\u2019s Got Talent gives those who spend their working lives supporting others the chance to step into the spotlight themselves.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s finalists are:<\/p>\n

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

    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\u2019s winner from a line-up representing communities across the country.<\/p>\n

    Dan Archer, UK CEO of Visiting Angels and founder of Homecare\u2019s Got Talent, said: \u201cEvery 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\u2019s Got Talent gives us the chance to celebrate who they are beyond their day jobs.<\/p>\n

    \u201cThey\u2019ve already shown enormous courage by putting themselves forward, and now they\u2019re preparing to perform on a major stage in front of a live audience. We\u2019d love people to come along, support their favourite finalist and help us give every performer the reception they deserve.\u201d<\/p>\n

    HCGT 2026 is proudly supported by its gold sponsors Lottie,\u00a0Invoca, VCCM and Blue Light Card leading the way, alongside silver sponsors\u00a0Aquatime, Jelly Drops,\u00a0Supportis, SM92, Mobility Hire and the British Franchise Association. Their backing is helping to bring this year\u2019s competition to life and amplify the voices of care professionals across the UK.<\/p>\n

    The competition is also backed by a wide network of corporate supporters from across the homecare sector, including Care Your Way,\u00a0Percurra, Right at Home, Bluebird Care, Promedica24, the Homecare Association, Caremark,\u00a0Radfield\u00a0Home Care, CCH Group, Home Instead, Apollo Care,\u00a0Heritage Healthcare,\u00a0Walfinch\u00a0and Visiting Angels,\u00a0all encouraging carers across their teams to step forward and get involved.<\/p>\n

    The Homecare\u2019s Got Talent grand final will take place at The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham on Friday 7th August 2026. Tickets are available now – audiences are invited to secure their seats, support their favourite finalist and enjoy an evening celebrating the remarkable people behind homecare.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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