Kristel Herrera, a 32-year-old Filipina based in Halifax, delivers a powerhouse rendition of Whitney Houston’s “Run to You” on Britain’s Got Talent. Her audition has already racked up millions of views, marking her as a top contender for the 2026 season.
Kristel Herrera’s feat follows ‘kabayan’ Matty Juniosa’s golden buzzer.
Filipino singer Kristel Herrera earned a standing ovation and four yeses for her audition on Britain’s Got Talent.
In the episode that aired April 4 (early April 5 Philippine time), Kristel—who now lives in Halifax, West Yorkshire, with her husband—said her “biggest dream” is to perform in front of King Charles. She then delivered a powerful rendition of Whitney Houston’s “Run to You.”