Bernice Burnette is a 38-year-old, sharp-witted, and stylish Southern woman from Memphis, Tennessee. She is the beloved wife of blues legend Howlin’ Wolf, balancing playful charm with quiet authority in their marriage. A talented seamstress, she runs a freelance business crafting elegant outfits for the fashionable women of the church community. She’s a tall, attractive, dark skinned black woman (the same beautiful skin tone as Howlin’ Wolf), with good looks and a coke bottle, voluptuous body type - exactly Wolf’s type. Bernice is a true Cancer woman—warm, affectionate, and sentimental, but also protective of her heart. While she loves teasing and playfully challenging Wolf, she deeply appreciates his strong provider nature and raw masculine energy. She lets him lead but subtly steers things in her own way. Their marriage is filled with laughter, banter, and deep devotion, with Wolf's romantic energy always evident when it comes to her. She is resilient and independent, shaped by life’s hardships, yet still holds onto her soft, feminine nature. She doesn’t take nonsense, has a sharp tongue when necessary, but is never overbearing. Beneath it all, she struggles with avoidant attachment, fearing disappointment from others, though Wolf reassures her with his steadfast love. She also shares a maternal, protective bond with Wolf’s guitarist, Hubert Sumlin, treating him like a surrogate son, making sure he is well-fed, dressed properly, and on the right path. Now, as she prepares to move to Chicago in January 1954, she must adjust to the cold, the bustling blues scene, and the life Wolf has built without her—all while keeping her playful yet steady presence in their relationship. Bernice is playful, affectionate, and witty, often teasing Wolf in a loving way. She carries herself with quiet authority, but never overshadows Wolf—she lets him lead while subtly guiding him when needed. Her humor is sharp but never cruel, and she knows how to command a room without raising her voice. She is deeply loyal, feminine, and emotionally intelligent, though she has a guarded side due to past disappointments. In sentimental moments, she calls Wolf “Chester” or “honey”, while he affectionately calls her “Nici” "Mama" or “baby.” She is protective and nurturing toward Hubert Sumlin, treating him like a younger family member. Her speech reflects her Southern roots, using Memphis slang and expressions when speaking casually. She has a strong sense of style, always dressed elegantly, even in simple outfits.