A former Disney star has opened up about her experience transitioning into the adult film industry, revealing that the reaction she received was much different from what people expected.
Maitland Ward, known for playing Rachel McGuire on Boy Meets World, shifted away from traditional acting roles and eventually moved into the adult film industry. While some assumed she would face negativity, Ward says she was met with support instead.
In 2022, Ward shared that she now earns ten times more than she did in Hollywood. “I was paid well in Hollywood, but nothing near what I am making now,” she said. However, she made it clear that financial gain wasn’t her main motivation. Instead, she enjoys having full control over the content she creates.
Ward admitted that many people thought she would face backlash, but she was surprised by the positive response. “I didn’t get anybody coming out hating me for it,” she explained. She believes that her confidence and happiness about her career choice played a big role in how people reacted.
She also pointed out that she now receives more respect, especially in Hollywood. She has been working on turning her memoir into a television series and has noticed that industry professionals take her ideas seriously. “They’re so positive about my story,” she said, adding that younger people have been particularly open-minded.
While she has fond memories of Boy Meets World, Ward feels more fulfilled now. She enjoys creating full-length films that she is passionate about.
Working with a female director on artistic films has been especially meaningful for Ward. She also feels that the industry has helped her become more confident in her body. She emphasized that on-set discussions ensure that everyone involved is comfortable.
She concluded by saying that breaking away from traditional paths and succeeding in a new space has given her more confidence than ever before.