Gemma Collins jokes about being stranded at Dancing On Ice as studio is hit by snowfall

‘Will I ever get home?’ Gemma Collins jokes about being stranded at Dancing On Ice studios as she and pro Vanessa Bauer film the heavy snowfall

She’s set to make a spectacular return to the ice  as a special guest later in the day. 

And Gemma Collins joked about being stranded at Dancing On Ice as the studio in Hertfordshire was hit by snow on Sunday.

The former TOWIE star, 39, quipped: ‘Will I ever get home?’ as she and professional skater Vanessa Bauer filmed the wintry weather in a series of Instagram clips.

Making a comeback: Gemma Collins joked about being stranded at Dancing On Ice as the studio in Hertfordshire was hit by snow on Sunday

Teasing her comeback, the BBC podcast host said: ‘I make an appearance, can’t tell you what yet! Make sure you tune in.

‘Will I get out of Dancing On Ice studios tonight? Will I ever get home? This is just unbelievable.’

Moments later, the media personality winked at the camera as she sat in the hair and make-up chair for rehearsals. 

German athlete Vanessa, 24, meanwhile, appeared in great spirits as she engaged in a snow fight with her professional partner Joe-Warren Plant.

Having fun: The former TOWIE star, 39, quipped: 'Will I ever get home?' as she and professional skater Vanessa Bauer (pictured) filmed the wintry weather in a series of Instagram clips

Having fun: The former TOWIE star, 39, quipped: ‘Will I ever get home?’ as she and professional skater Vanessa Bauer (pictured) filmed the wintry weather in a series of Instagram clips

Update: 'Will I get out of Dancing On Ice studios tonight? Will I ever get home? This is just unbelievable', the BBC podcast host said

Update: ‘Will I get out of Dancing On Ice studios tonight? Will I ever get home? This is just unbelievable’, the BBC podcast host said

Energetic: German athlete Vanessa, 24, meanwhile, appeared in great spirits as she engaged in a snow fight with her professional partner Joe-Warren Plant

Energetic: German athlete Vanessa, 24, meanwhile, appeared in great spirits as she engaged in a snow fight with her professional partner Joe-Warren Plant

Actor Joe, 18, also uploaded a clip of himself playing with a snowman, while pair skater Hamish Gaman, 37, frolicked in Britain’s blizzard. 

An excited Rebekah Vardy added: ‘Good morning, and we’re back and it’s snowing. Here we go!’ 

Businesswoman Gemma was a contestant on the 2019 edition with professional Matt Evers, in a turbulent stint which among other things saw her suffer a nasty fall during a performance. 

According to The Sun, the TV star’s arrival will be a throwback to her Marilyn Monroe-performance, which saw her famously hit back at judge Jason Gardiner after he critiqued her skating.  

'DOI's Covid friendly snowman!' Actor Joe, 18, also uploaded a clip of himself playing with a snowman

‘DOI’s Covid friendly snowman!’ Actor Joe, 18, also uploaded a clip of himself playing with a snowman

In his element: Pair skater Hamish Gaman, 37, frolicked in the blizzard

In his element: Pair skater Hamish Gaman, 37, frolicked in the blizzard

Ready to go! An excited Rebekah Vardy added: 'Good morning, and we're back and it's snowing. Here we go!'

Ready to go! An excited Rebekah Vardy added: ‘Good morning, and we’re back and it’s snowing. Here we go!’

The source said: ‘Gemma is part of the show’s family now — and everyone’s really excited that she is coming back. 

‘She has a huge fanbase and is always entertaining. The props department have gone all out with her sparkling trapeze hoop.

The source added: ‘She has a reputation of being a diva, but she’ll be on best behaviour and she will be on time.’

MailOnline has contacted representatives for Gemma Collins and Dancing On Ice for comment at the time of publication on Saturday.

Dramatic: Businesswoman Gemma was a contestant on Dancing On Ice 2019 with professional Matt Evers, in a stint which saw her suffer a nasty fall (pictured)

Dramatic: Businesswoman Gemma was a contestant on Dancing On Ice 2019 with professional Matt Evers, in a stint which saw her suffer a nasty fall (pictured)