Conversation so far:
What had an effect on the career after being a Bond girl?
The role of a Bond girl is typically a high-profile part that can sometimes give a major boost to the career of unestablished actresses
Was taking a role as a Bond girl considered to be successful career move?
Jane Seymour was an unknown when she was cast in Live and Let Die, and then became a household name.
What other awards did Jane Seymour win?
Jane Seymour later won an Emmy Award.
Were there other things about playing a Bond girl that had an effect on actress's careers?
At one time it was said that appearing as a Bond girl would damage an actress's career.

Question: Why was that?
Self-contained rewrite: Why was it said that playing a Bond girl would damage an actress's career?