Maitland Ward Reflects on Transition to Porn Industry and Increased Respect
The former 'Boy Meets World' actress shares how her career shift to adult films has brought empowerment, creative freedom, and unexpected positivity.
- Maitland Ward, known for her role as Rachel McGuire on 'Boy Meets World,' transitioned to the adult film industry in 2019 and has since found a sense of empowerment and respect she felt was lacking in her previous career.
- Ward highlighted that Hollywood executives and younger audiences have been receptive to her story, and she is currently pitching her 2022 memoir, 'Rated X,' for a TV adaptation.
- The actress expressed gratitude for the creative freedom she now enjoys, producing content on her own terms, including collaborative projects with a female director on artistic erotic films.
- Ward revealed that she initially feared backlash for her career change but was met with overwhelming positivity and support, including from her husband, who encouraged her to explore her creative boundaries.
- She recently made headlines for a tense exchange with former co-star Danielle Fishel on the 'Pod Meets World' podcast, where unresolved tensions from their past relationship resurfaced.
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