Ernie Sabella
Born September 19, 1949 · Westchester, New York, USA
Ernest Sabella (born September 19, 1949) is an American actor, who is best known for his role as the voice of Pumbaa from The Lion King franchise voicing the character in all media except the 2019 and 2024 films. He is also recognized for his work in Broadway theatre, including starring roles in Guys and Dolls and Man of La Mancha.
Notable Appearances
Movies
The Lion King
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
The Lion King 1½
MouseHunt
Quiz Show
In & Out
Fright Night Part 2
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
City Heat
Little Johnny Jones
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse
Tough Guys
Waking Sleeping Beauty
The Out-of-Towners
Around the World With Timon & Pumbaa
Dining Out with Timon & Pumbaa
Show of Titles
Copacabana
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
Roommates
On Holiday With Timon & Pumbaa
Bakery in Brooklyn
Going Under
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
The Robber Bridegroom
Just My Imagination
Listen to Your Heart
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade
Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable
Behind the Legend: Timon
Stand By Me
Faith
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas
TV Shows
Married... with Children
Coach
Quantum Leap
Cheers
Knots Landing
The Practice
Hill Street Blues
Alice
St. Elsewhere
Mad About You
Newhart
The Facts of Life
Murphy Brown
That's So Raven
Cagney & Lacey
Timon and Pumbaa
A Different World
The Oscars
Providence
Saved by the Bell
The Lion Guard
Disney's House of Mouse
Ed
Hardcastle and McCormick
Sledge Hammer!
Punky Brewster
Perfect Strangers
She's the Sheriff
It's Your Move
The New Odd Couple
A Fine Romance
Diff'rent Strokes
Broadway on Showtime
Wild About Safety with Timon & Pumbaa
More Movies
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green!
