Youth Got Talent 2026 winner secures place in 2027 final

Youth Got Talent returns to the Black Country with new sponsor and borough-wide competition <i>(Image: Black Country)</i>
Youth Got Talent returns to the Black Country with new sponsor and borough-wide competition (Image: Black Country)
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A rising talent will earn the chance to compete on a bigger stage.

This year’s winner of Youth Got Talent 2026 will automatically secure a place in the 2027 final of Black Country Got Talent.

Organised by the Saleem Foundation, the competition is open to young people aged 11 to 16 and aims to shine a spotlight on emerging talent across the borough.

Shaz Saleem, event organiser and High Sheriff Award winner, said: "This is such an exciting competition.

"We are giving our youngsters a platform to showcase their talent and supporting them to achieve so much more.

"Previous winners have gone on to become huge stars.

"Rosie Ginifer, our first-ever winner, is now a local star performing at events, so this event really can help youngsters achieve great things."

The competition features four categories: solo singer, group singer, solo or group dance, and other.

Each category winner will receive a £100 cash prize, and the overall winner’s school will receive £500.

"We are encouraging schools, parents and young people across the borough to get behind the competition and celebrate the incredible talent within the local community."

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