Freeze's wife is named Nora Fries. She was the love of his life and his reason for becoming a villain. In the original Batman comics, Nora suffers from a terminal illness, and Mr. Freeze cryogenically freezes her to preserve her life until he can find a cure. This tragic backstory is often used to explain Mr. Freeze's motivations and actions, as he is willing to go to great lengths to save his beloved wife. Nora has appeared in various adaptations of the Batman franchise, including comic books, TV shows, and movies.