Livia was able to demonstrate the matronly virtues which Augustus was trying to bring about in the state. Livia was calm and obedient in her respect for the older traditions of the upper class. She also was a faithful companion to her husband. She was interested in politics and occupied herself with them. Augustus came to her for counsel and advice. She became Augustus's esteemed counsel
When Livia's son Tiberius became the second emperor of Rome, Livia acted like his partner in power. Tiberius was the object of most of her efforts. Since Livia enjoyed politics, she had a great influence in the way Tiberius governed.
During Augustus' reign, Tiberius rebuilt the Temple of Concord. A little before this, his brother Drusus died. Remembering his dead brother, Tiberius had Drusus' name placed beside his own in the Temple's new inscription. Livia gave an alter and other fine gifts to the Temple.
To many, Livia was an idol. She was a living example of all the virtues which the Romans most cherished. She was a beloved wife, she had virtue, nobility at birth, and was beautiful. In 29 AD, she died at the age of 87.