After shifting into adult films six years ago, Boy Meets World ’s Maitland Ward is now more fulfilled than ever. Ward, who played Rachel McQuire in the ABC coming-of-age sitcom’s later seasons, said during an interview with Fox News Digital, published on Saturday, March 15, that her professional pivot has earned her a new level of respect.

Maitland Ward revealed she feels more empowered and respected in her career as a porn star than she did as a television actress. “I really think people treat me with more respect now, honestly, especially even in Hollywood right now,” the “Boy Meets World” alum told Fox News in a recent interview.

Boy Meets World alum Maitland Ward isn't over her contentious appearance on the latest episode of series rewatch podcast, Pod Meets World. In fact, she feels the heated discussion between herself and former costars (and the podcast's hosts) Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, and Rider Strong was "orchestrated."