Ah, The Real Housewives of Vancouver! As a fellow Vancouverite, I can tell you this show was quite the talk of the town when it aired. Let me break this down for you.
Show Overview
The Real Housewives of Vancouver aired on Slice Network from April 4, 2012, to April 9, 2013. It ran for two seasons with a total of 25 episodes (Season 1 had 12 episodes, Season 2 had 13 episodes). It was actually the first Canadian installment of the Real Housewives franchise.
Cancellation of Real Housewives of Vancouver
The show was cancelled after two seasons, and honestly, the reasons were pretty typical for reality TV: high production costs combined with declining viewership. There were also reports of behind-the-scenes drama and some cast members expressing concerns about how the show was affecting their personal lives and businesses.
Cast Statistics
Season 1 Cast (2012):
| Name | Age (2024) | Occupation | Relationship Status | Notable Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christina Kiesel | 49 | Former Model | Divorced | Known for luxury real estate investments |
| Jody Claman | 58 | Business Owner | Divorced | Owned Glass House Boutique |
| Mary Zilba | 61 | Former Pop Singer | Divorced | Current CBD entrepreneur |
| Reiko MacKenzie | 48 | Former Race Car Driver | Divorced | Now private, left public eye |
| Ronnie Negus | 54 | Business Woman | Married | Focus on family and wellness |
Season 2 Added Cast (2013):
| Name | Age (2024) | Occupation | Relationship Status | Notable Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Hansen | 47 | Entrepreneur | Divorced | Focus on sobriety advocacy |
| Robin Reichman | 50 | Former Model | Divorced | Returned to Texas |
| Ioulia Reynolds | 43 | Model/Designer | Divorced | Now in real estate |
Where Are They Now (2024)
- Jody Claman: After some legal troubles and the closure of her boutique, she’s maintained a lower profile but still lives in Vancouver
- Mary Zilba: She’s become a successful entrepreneur in the CBD wellness space
- Ronnie Negus: Focused on family life and wellness advocacy
- Christina Kiesel: Largely private now, occasionally appears at local events
- The others have mostly stepped away from public life
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Where to Watch Real Housewives of Vancouver
Currently, The Real Housewives of Vancouver isn’t available on major streaming platforms in Canada. Your best bet would be to check Slice’s website or Hayu (though it’s not consistently available there either). Some episodes occasionally pop up on YouTube, but they’re not official uploads.
Future of RHOV
As of 2024, there are no official announcements about bringing back The Real Housewives of Vancouver. However, with the success of The Real Housewives of Dubai and other international franchises, there’s always a possibility. The production company, Lark Productions, hasn’t completely ruled out a revival, but nothing concrete has emerged.
Keep in mind that while I’ve tried to be as accurate as possible with current information, some of these updates are based on social media and local sources, as many of the cast members have maintained private lives since the show ended. If you’re really keen on following any updates, I’d recommend following Mary Zilba on social media – she’s probably the most active former cast member and occasionally shares throwbacks from the show.
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