By: Elowen Gray

Following her appearance on The Real Housewives of Vancouver (2012–2013), Ronnie Holly Stevenson Negus remained publicly visible through her philanthropic work, family life, travel, and community involvement. Media coverage in the years after the series has focused less on reality television and more on her role as a mother, grandmother, philanthropist, and participant in family business and community initiatives.

Family and Personal Life

Negus is the mother of four children and later became a grandmother. Much of her public life after television has centered around family, including spending time with her children and extended relatives. Family relationships and milestones have often been highlighted in media coverage and public appearances. Her close-knit family bonds have remained a cornerstone of her identity and continue to shape her public presence. Celebrations, milestones, and everyday moments with her grandchildren have brought renewed joy and purpose to her life in recent years.

Travel and Outdoor Activities

Negus has maintained an active lifestyle that includes international travel and outdoor pursuits. She has traveled extensively throughout Europe and North America and is known for participating in long-distance hikes and outdoor expeditions.

In 2024, she completed the Inca Trail trek across the Andes Mountains to Machu Picchu. The journey was undertaken in honor of her son, Houston Stevenson, and held deep personal significance. Hiking and travel have since become recurring themes in how she commemorates his life. Each expedition serves as both a personal tribute and a reflection of her enduring strength and determination. Her commitment to challenging herself physically through nature has become an important part of her healing journey and personal growth.

Family Business and Philanthropy

Negus has also remained connected to the family’s broader business activities through her husband, Russell Negus, and the Hillcore Group network. In addition to business-related involvement, she has supported various charitable initiatives and community organizations in British Columbia.

Her philanthropic work has included support for organizations focused on disability services, healthcare access, and community support. She has been publicly associated with the B.C. Center for Ability, where she has contributed through fundraising efforts and advocacy. Her ongoing commitment to these causes reflects a genuine dedication to improving lives within her community. Her consistent contributions to organizations supporting vulnerable populations in British Columbia have been a central focus of her ongoing philanthropic work.

Loss of Son Houston Stevenson

In July 2022, Negus’s son, Houston Stevenson, died at the age of 27. His death had a profound impact on the family and became a significant moment in her later public life.

Following the loss, Negus has spoken publicly about grief, resilience, and the importance of addressing mental health. Media coverage has often highlighted the ways she honors Houston’s memory through family gatherings, memorial activities, and advocacy efforts focused on mental health awareness. Her willingness to share her grief openly has offered comfort and connection to others facing similar losses. By speaking candidly about the realities of losing a child, she has helped normalize conversations around grief and the importance of seeking support during life’s most difficult moments.

Legacy and Creative Projects

In recent years, Negus has worked on projects intended to preserve Houston Stevenson’s legacy and raise awareness about mental health challenges faced by young adults. These efforts include the development of a documentary project exploring his life, career aspirations, and the broader cultural conversation around mental health and addiction.

Today, media coverage of Negus typically highlights her continued focus on family, travel, philanthropy, and storytelling initiatives connected to Houston’s life and legacy. Through these efforts, she continues to ensure that Houston’s story is told with honesty, love, and purpose. The documentary project in particular represents her most personal and ambitious undertaking, aiming to spark meaningful dialogue around mental health and addiction among young adults and their families.