Actor
Ernie Sabella
77 years · Westchester, New York, USA · 42 films
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.
Best known for
Filmography 42
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
2025 · Self
On Disney Plus
Show of Titles
2021 · "Man of La Mancha" Performer
Bakery in Brooklyn
2016 · Dave
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
2016 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!
2013 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go!
2013 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online!
2012 · Pumbaa (voice)
Listen to Your Heart
2010 · Tony
Waking Sleeping Beauty
2010 · Self (archive footage)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart in the Water!
2009 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green!
2009 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart About Fire
2009 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home!
2008 · Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit!
2008 · Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King 1½
2004 · Pumbaa (voice)
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
2004 · Harry The Horse (segment "Guys & Dolls")
Behind the Legend: Timon
2004 · Pumbaa (voice)
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse
2001 · Pumbaa (voice)
The Out-of-Towners
1999 · Getaway Driver
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
1998 · Pumbaa (voice)
On Disney Plus
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas
1997 · Self
MouseHunt
1997 · Maury
On Hoopla
In & Out
1997 · Aldo Hooper
On Holiday With Timon & Pumbaa
1997 · Pumbaa (Voice)