The presenter did see the funny side and was left declaring love for her Dancing On Ice co-star

Holly Willoughby saw the funny side and was left declaring love for her Dancing On Ice co-star after fans were left concerned by her being a victim of a harmless prank.

As those keeping up with the ITV skating competition will know, the former This Morning star returned to the rink-side as the co-host of the show alongside long-time friend Stephen Mulhern earlier in January.

Last weekend, the pair put on quite the display for the show’s annual movie week and appeared dressed as Elphaba and Glinda from the hugely successful Wicked movie.

Holly looked every bit a princess as she sported a stunning pink ballgown with a plunging neckline as well as matching tiara and wand to boot. Fully committed to the look, Stephen has donned a black witches hat and green face paint with his dapper black suit.

But before Holly could be completely transformed into the ‘Good Witch’, Stephen did his best to play the ‘Wicked Witch’ and played the prank before the show. In a video shared to Instagram, the Deal or No Deal host could be seen scaring Holly with a green-painted face.

He captioned the post: “I waited 30 minutes behind this door to scare @hollywilloughby. In that time, I questioned my life choices. Then she screamed, and I knew it was all worth it! Sorry, Hol!” Despite Holly looking terrified when Stephen jumped from out of an open door, she admitted to eventually seeing the funny side.

Holly was totally taken by surprise by Stephen(Image: Holly Willoughby Instagram)

She wrote in the comments section in response: “You are so naughty… you’ve not changed since Saturday mornings!!! Love you… cheeky chops!!!! I thought it was a giant Brussel sprout coming for me [crying laughing emojis].”

And while some fans were concerned for Holly, others saw the funny side. @sunshinelollypoop said: “After the year she’s had this probably completely traumatised her.” @timelordgirl98 joked: “Well That was wicked.” @_charlie_instagr_ams_ wrote: “Stephen you are so mean. Poor Hol.”

@jassietay959 commented: “That was so mean to @hollywilloughby But love it.” @teresafenton posted: “You are soooooooo naughty but I love it it’s hilarious.” @michelecorston added: “Stephen you are so naughty but still love you. Poor Holly hope she gets her own back on you.”