Ernie Sabella
Biography
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.
Filmography
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
2025
as Self
Show of Titles
2021
as "Man of La Mancha" Performer
Bakery in Brooklyn
2016
as Dave
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
2016
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!
2013
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go!
2013
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online!
2012
as Pumbaa (voice)
Listen to Your Heart
2010
as Tony
Waking Sleeping Beauty
2009
as Self (archive footage)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart in the Water!
2009
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green!
2009
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home!
2008
as Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit!
2008
as Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King 1½
2004
as Pumbaa (voice)
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
2004
as Harry The Horse (segment "Guys & Dolls")
- No poster
Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0
2004
as Pumbaa (voice)
- No poster
Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5
2004
as Pumbaa (voice)
Behind the Legend: Timon
2004
as Pumbaa (voice)
- No poster
Timon & Pumba's Virtual Safari
2003
as Pumbaa (voice)
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse
2001
as Pumbaa (voice)
The Out-of-Towners
1999
as Getaway Driver
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
1998
as Pumbaa (voice)
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas
1997
as Self
MouseHunt
1997
as Maury