Each week, thousands of viewers are glued to the tube watching the crazy shenanigans of Miami’s truck drivers.  As one of Tru TV’s top-rated reality shows, South Beach Tow dives into the daily operations of an established family-owned tow trucking business. Based on the work lives of the Ashenoff’s, Tremont Towing’s main goals are to catch drivers who park their cars illegally, track down repossessions, and make money.

 

Now in its second season, South Beach Tow (SBT) has gained great momentum from fans across the U.S. Who would’ve ever thought a show about towing cars would be exciting to watch??!! Many can attest that the day-to-day operations of the Ashenoff’s,  and the crazy sh*t the employees go through, make tuning in every Wednesday night well worth the 30-minutes. And amongst SBT’s most memorable situations (i.e. Season 1’s man gets slapped for calling employee a b***h) there’s one truck driver that stands out from the crew. Her name is Bernice.

 

After being expelled in SBT’s Season 1, Bernice’s down for the cause attitude, infectious personality, and no holds-barred state of mind were keys to her reappearance in Season 2. The Ashenoff’s and the fans just couldn’t get enough of the Miami-native and her “I Don’t Take No Sh-t” ways. But, what most don’t know is that this tough sista can be a softy at times. She’s not as hard as the television projects. She’s actually very down-to-earth and intellectual (despite her excessive use of profanity on the show…lol).

 

STACKS Magazine recently sat down with Bernice to discuss the show, her new found fame, and female recognition in the towing industry. Also, there are a few unknowns that the general public will find surprisingly revealing. Check out our interview below:

 

Bels (STACKS Mag) & Bernice (SouthBeach Tow)

 

– What is South Beach Tow about?

Bernice:  Basically, the show is about a family owned business which is the Ashenoff’s. They own Tremont towing. We out there doing work. They show the crazy stuff that happens doing tows on a day-to-day basis. How people don’t like to get their cars towed and the drama we go through.

– What’s your job?

Bernice:  That’s like a gig I do. Who don’t watch the show, I don’t play. Really I don’t play that sh*t with them. I want my money. That’s first thing first. No, really I want my money by any means necessary. If I get you on a hook, it ain’t no coming down unless I really got to feel sorry for you. But, other than that, that’s how I eat.
– What can towers make $$ on a good day?


Bernice:  On a good day, its unlimited depending on your hours. If it’s a holiday, you can make up to 5,000 maybe. On a slow day, it’s no less than $100 – $200. But on holidays and good days, when you’re moving and towing, you can get as much as you can possibly get within your hours of work.

– What is one of the craziest situations you’ve ever been in?

Bernice:  A lot of stuff. It’s just been crazy. Nobody really wants to pay. I had a guy basically come out from a spa. He was really big and his towel fell off. I saw all his business. I mean, it’s throwing the lady in the trash. I mean, you can’t really touch them unless they touch you. So, it’s delicate. But once they do that, we go hood on them. Because you got to protect yourself and you’re not armed, so you got to think fast.

– What set’s Bernice off?

Bernice: Disrespecting me or putting your hands on me. That’s number one. I’m there for one thing only…tow the cars and get the money. It would be a walk in the park if people just do what they supposed to do. But, it’s not.

– Do drivers have words for you when they see you out and about?

B – All the time. But, they already know as long as you don’t touch me, we good. You can say whatever you want to say. It’s not too much that get to me. Just don’t call me out my name. You can call me too much, but my momma ain’t raise no bitch. Bitch, that’s something totally different.

 -What is it about you that you believe caused people to fall in love with Bernice?

Bernice: Well, it’s not too many women tow truck drivers that actually get highlighted. Being that we got the show, when you meet the other ones, it’s a lot of women tow truck drivers out there. You always see men and men doing it. You never really see the woman aspect of it. So, I think everybody seeing my point of view of what I have to go through (same thing the guys go through). And I can handle my own. Everybody wants a down as bitch who can handle their own. Somebody who can do what they got to do just like the guys. It helps the fan base. And plus, me getting my ass fired last season and getting rehired helped too. I guess the fans like to see what I go through.

– Being an openly gay woman, do you think this give you more edge?

Bernice: My sexuality isn’t really broadcasted on the show. People may assume and anything like that. I’m just a person. I do what I do. It doesn’t matter what I like or however. But hey, if I have to be the person to help the gay society rise or whatever, then that’s what it be. But, I’m just out there trying to do my job.
– How does it feel to be recognized on the street by fans? [ I was a witness of that on Saturday night as we hung on South Beach]

B – It’s great. Without the fans, there would not be a South Beach Tow. No me no nothing. It shows that a lot of people are watching. For that, I’m happy. So keep watching. I’m easy. [laughs]
– Will you be participating on any future seasons of the show?

Bernice: Most of the times, with shows or reality shows, you play it by ear. We’re just finishing…in the middle of season 2 right now. So, it’s the people voice. If the people love it, Tru TV hear them speak.
ME – We need a spin-off Tru TV!!!

Bernice: We will just keep on making it happen. If the numbers are right, nine times out of ten, we’ll be in it for the long run.

 – Jennifer Lopez is the executive producer of the show, have you ever met her?

Bernice: And I can’t wait ‘til I do! No. We be on the street. When she comes in or however, you know execs you really don’t see them. That’s just like the CEOs or whatever. We are the down and dirty people. I cannot wait. When I do, you guys will probably know. I might faint or something. [laughs]

– What advice can you give to drivers?

Bernice:  Keep your head on a swivel. No body likes to come out and their car is missing. It’s a tough game out there. Its dirty.

– Would you like to say something to your fans?

Bernice:  As far as my fans, keep watching. Keep representing. I love y’all. That’s it.

 

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For all of Bernice’s fans out there, we wanted to also dig a little deeper into her pschye.  So, here’s 5 Things You Should Know About Bernice that you might find quite interesting:
1. Favorite pair of shades?  Ray Bans or Marc Jacobs. Depending on what color I got on and the shade I want to wear.

2. “Softy” for what?  Kids…like’em…hate’em. Puppies. I’m pretty much laid back. Just don’t get me wrong.

3. Dream car?  Old school vintage…Chevy. A “donk” with the rag off. Right now, I’ll take a Cadillac CTS coupe. I’m simple.

4. Dating? Ideal mate?  I’m not dating. My ideal mate is somebody that doesn’t fuss at all. Who’s laid back like me, smart, sense of humor, and has to have their thing going. Everybody got to get it…can’t just sit back and relax. I will continue to say funny because I like to crack jokes. If you don’t have a sense of humor, that’s it for us.

5. If stranded on an island, what 3 things you couldn’t live without?   iPad. Vibrator. I drink a lot of water. I drink maybe 10 bottles of water a day. So that would be my next thing.

 

 

Catch Bernice on Tru TV’s South Beach Tow every Wednesday at 10PM EST.  Also, you can follow her on Twitter @Bernice_SBTow!

53 Responses

  3. Kristy Rushing

    You are the reason i watch Bernice!!! I have a cousin who is a lesbian that also works at a tow company in OK and let me tell you i think that is hard work but alot of laughs too. 🙂 Hope you stick around for a long long time. I wish i could ride in the truck with you for a week lol.

  7. JAMIE

    SHOOT I LOVE ME SOME BERNICE CAN NOT GET ENOUGH OF HER I AM BERNICE LIKE A MOTHER FUCKER I CAN NOT WAIT FOR THE SHOW TO COME ON AND BE LIKE GET EM BERNICE YEAH BABY AND THEN WHEN SHE BEAT THAT WHITE GIRL ASS THREW HER IN THE DUMPSTER I GOT EXCITED ALL HAPPY AND SHE WENT HULK RIPPED A DOOR OFF A CAR I GOT EVEN MORE CRUNK.. TEAM BERNICE FOR REAL 100 LOVING HER SWAG AND STYLE.

  8. Dawn Bischoff Probst

    I LOVE BERNICE…TRUE GRIT AND GENUINE BADASS! Honey if you ever tour for the show…PLASE come to Denver…I want a hug and your graph !!! You’re the reason I watch …..AWESOME!

  9. THERESA ANGEL...

    LOVE U BERNEICE U FUCKIN ROCK MAN BUH U ALREADY KNO THAT LOL……MUH@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

  10. B.O.B.

    Some people have a natural gift and you Bernice have the total package. Can’t wait to see you in your first motion picture. You truly are the show.

  11. ceecee

    Bernice is a every handsome stud that i dnt see to much were im from she is every real an down to earth i love that in a stud i wished i live in south beach lust so i can run in to her sometime as for myself i love to money too so keep up tha work maybe one day i can come to south beach an take her on a date….

  12. Flame Red

    Bernice is doing her thing. I totally feel you girl. I hate reality shows but I had to watch you when you are fighting and checking them Bitches. That shit is so funny. Whenever I can catch you I will on the tube. Make that money!

  13. Warner

    Eventhough show fake GIVE THAT WOMAN HER OWN SHOW! SHE IS THE BLACK WARRIOR PRINCESS AND XENA AIN’T GOT NOTHING ON BERNICE! Even a comedy would be good. I would watch it and what ever I like usually becomes a hit. We know she can act.

  14. ms d

    I love you B….you are the reason why I watch the show!!! You are the show!!! Don’t stop what you do…lol

  18. tequila

    BERNICE UR MY MUTHAFUCKEN DAWG I WILL SEE U IN M.I.A BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! JUST WANT TO HANG WITH U FOR ON DAMN DAY SO WE CAN FUCKEN GO HARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  20. thicc hips & loving it!!!

    Man everytime I see Bernice with all that Swag & them lips . I b like if I was single I would b in the MIA getting me a piece of tha Chocolate Cake . Keep doing what u do baby. I Tvo the show 2 watch that sexiness over & over. When I was in SB I tried 2 function with B , but she was on the go . But next time I want give up so easy. Much love Bernice , SB tow & Jlo for bringing it!!!

  21. sandra dee

    say… bernice? i feel her i watch south beach tow because of her! she is SEXY to me! my kind of Female!! holla!

  22. erica w

    Hello Bernice….I decided to google you because i am a fan. you are very entertaining and i cant wait to see you every wednesday. you are my crush =)take care n God bless.

  24. Valerie Ferguson

    That’s my girl Bernice… she’s the only reason I watch south beach tow; She is a no nonsense (kind of) person.

  26. Tekeela

    OMG CAN’T SAY IT NO SIMPLER THEN I LOVE ME SOME FUCKING BERNICE OMG!OMG! ON SUM REAL SHIT SHE HANDLE HER BUSINESS I LOVE THE WAY SHE DO AND GOT NOTHING BUT RESPECT FOR HER…. SEEN HER A LITTLE DIFFERENT WHEN SHE WENT FOR MOMS THAT TOUCHED MY HEART I CAN SEE THE BOND. NOTHING LIKE IT WAS THE SAME WAY WITH MY MOMS UP TIL 3 YEARS AGO WHEN SHE WENT TO BE FREE OF THIS WORLD ANYWAY LET ME STOP DROOLING LOL. MWAHHHH KEEP DOING YA THING SEXY AND IF EVER I HAD JUST 5MINUTES WITH YOU WOULDN’T BE NO TALKING JUST WANNA KISS YOU NONSTOP SO WHEN I FAINT IT WAS WORTH IT

  29. Deb Earle

    This Show will not survive without Bernice!! I Live in Massachusetts, I have a house in Vero Beach.. and I intend to head to Miami to see Bernice!!! even if I have to park illegally!!

  30. Deb Earle

    If you aren’t getting treated right in Miami..I bet Les Gold would hire you for his body guard @ Hard Core Pawn In Detroit!! Still Love Ya Girl!!

  33. Dee Dee

    Bee, I think u r the baddest woman made. I love the show and I think ur HOTT…… keep up the work and may God bless u…

  34. kim

    Bernice, i think you are a gorgeous woman. I hope i can one day meet you. Maybe even steal a kiss. 🙂

  35. meg

    Bernice i love ur style and would love to meet you one day. Ur a very sexy beautiful and intelligent woman. Love how u handle ur b.i. Keep doing u. I watch the show n love it. I love ur personality and ur very interesting. Keep ya head up.

  36. Ana Cristina

    I, my husband and my kids like Treamont. Berenice is very funny. My daugther would like to know everyone at Treamont. We are brasilian and one day
    will go there.

  40. danja derring

    fuck u dex! i only looks @ da show bcuz of bernice. she don’t take no shit period from nobody, she can take a fucking man down like he got a pussy brtween his thighs bernice fight like she has a big black dick.u go bernice !!!

  41. andrea

    Hey Bernice, I hate those reality shows,never ever spend time watching them always thinking. Them,but girl u got got me hook on SBT, I love it when u &cosgrove go out on the field,girl yu have me popping up,good girl,I think they shld have u has the next terminator

  42. nicholaswilson6440@gmail.com

    Damn Bernice is a sexy ass chick if u see this I hope u Hmu imma real ass mf nigga too

  43. nicole

    Bernice, you rock! For one sister to another, you keep it real, and I have mad respect for you. Keep, making that money. Love the pic of you, and your girl. Much love!

  44. haley

    Bernice is a BOSS..love her deameanor…would so love to meet her n chop.it up…not to mention she a hottie..

  45. Diamond

    This is to dex you want to talk about berince when she come to your town she going to fuck you up she’s going to knock you straight out and your going to be crying to your momma saying berince hit you just hating her you need to stop don’t hate appreciate mother fucker bitch stop hating on berince you mad because you know that she will whoop your ugly dirty ass hating ass bitch you mad because your not famous and don’t have fans when your out

  47. lady j

    Ms B u something enjoy watching u.loved it wh en the lady knocked u out and u came too only to beat that ass.you make tremont and women proud.Love you keep going and I will keep watching. Would love to meet all of you guys when I come to south beach .stay cool

  49. ted egons

    Tremont rimozione forzata in south beach of maimi is now, a most watched tv programme on Dmax, bcos of Bernice. What a powerful black sister…….keep up sister. Black and proud.