Macey Shaw, winner of the Homecare's Got Talent award, stands centre stage holding a glass trophy and a large novelty cheque for £1,000 made out to 'The most talented Home Care Worker.' She is flanked by four presenters, two women in sparkly black dresses and two men, all smiling with their arms around her in celebration.

Homecare’s Got Talent crowns its 2026 champion

Homecare’s Got Talent (HCGT) has confirmed its champion for 2026 after a showstopping final.

Macey Shaw, who works at Caremark Mansfield & Ashfield, came out on top after impressing a celebrity judging panel and live audience with her rendition of “Never Enough” from The Greatest Showman.

The HCGT final took place at The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham on August 7, with 12 acts from across the homecare sector competing for a £1,000 prize and a holiday for two.

Macey has worked in care for three years while pursuing her passion for musical theatre. She reached the HCGT final in 2025 and, having missed out on the top spot, she returned for a second year.

Commenting on her win, she said: “I feel incredibly grateful. I honestly don’t have the words to express just how much this means to me.

“It’s really lovely to be able to celebrate with so many wonderful people and to have the opportunity to share the incredible work that care workers do. To be recognised and celebrated in this way is really special and to come back to the final and win this year is something I’ll never forget.”

This year’s finalists performed in front of a 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.

Jay Aston said: “The final was brilliant this year, with so much talent on show and some very compelling back stories. I remember Macey from last year and you could tell she had come back to win.

“I wish everyone who took part the very best. I hope they all come back next year because there were potential winners across the board.”

Dan Archer, UK CEO of Visiting Angels and founder of HCGT, said: “Seeing Macey’s reaction when her name was announced was a brilliant moment and a fitting end to a fantastic night. She should be incredibly proud of what she has achieved, and we’re delighted to crown her our 2026 champion.”

HCGT was created to showcase the personalities and talents of people working throughout homecare. It gives care professionals from across the UK the opportunity to step outside their day-to-day roles and take centre stage.

Dan added: “For me, one of the most special things about HCGT is seeing people from across homecare come together in a completely different setting. There’s a real sense of support and camaraderie in the room, regardless of which organisation someone represents or who ultimately takes home the title.”