Leva Bonaparte opens up about motherhood and moving beyond Southern Charm

Leva Bonaparte, best known for her time on Southern Charm, is embracing a new chapter in her life, prioritizing family over reality TV drama. During a recent visit to her thriving Charleston nightclub, Republic, the focal point of her Bravo spinoff Southern Hospitality, Leva reflected on her journey as a mother and entrepreneur.
In an open conversation, the 44-year-old businesswoman shared how her struggles with infertility deeply shaped her approach to parenting. “My parenting style can really be traced back to my struggles with infertility because it really had an effect on my outlook on how I wanted to raise my child,” Leva revealed. “I don’t think I’d be the type of mother I am today had I not gone through that.”
Leva and her husband, Lamar Bonaparte, share a son, whom she affectionately calls “Little.” As he prepares to celebrate his sixth birthday, Leva remains committed to putting him first, ensuring that family time takes precedence over everything else.
While Southern Charm may no longer hold the same appeal for her, Leva’s focus remains on her growing business empire and her role as a devoted mother. With Southern Hospitality gaining popularity, she continues to balance her professional success with the joys and responsibilities of raising her son.