There Was a Scary Moment When Beanie Wasn't Able to Speak The Neighbours 2: Sorority Rising beauty realised she wanted to become an actress due to a health scare that occurred when she was just 9 years old. Beanie had developed nodules on her vocal cords, rendering her unable to speak. Her vocal cords could only be repaired through singing lessons and daily speech therapy. Aren't we so glad that she made a full recovery!