After weeks of inspiring performances, heartfelt testimonies, and spirited competition, the 2026 Jamaica Gospel Star Competition will culminate with its highly anticipated Grand Finale on Sunday, August 2, at 8:00 p.m. The event forms part of Jamaica’s 64th Independence celebrations at Independence Village, National Stadium Complex, and will be broadcast live on Television Jamaica (TVJ) and the Public Broadcasting Corporation of Jamaica (PBCJ).

The season began with ten talented finalists representing parishes across the island: Serena Bolton (Kingston & St. Andrew), Chantal Smalling-Stephenson (Manchester), D’Andra Brown (Portland), Chevaughn Dawkins (St. Catherine), Chelule Miller (St. Catherine), Melouny “Minister Mel” Thomas (Clarendon), Daina Craig (St. Catherine), Moses Clarke (Kingston & St. Andrew), Kade Belnavis (St. Catherine), and Jason Grant (St. Catherine).

Throughout the competition, contestants have showcased their versatility through a variety of musical themes while sharing powerful stories of faith, perseverance, and ministry. By Sunday’s finale, the competition will have narrowed to the Top Four, who will compete for the coveted title of Jamaica Gospel Star 2026.

The Grand Finale will also feature the annual Gospel Praise Concert, with special guest performances by acclaimed gospel ministers Prodigal Son and Petra Kaye.