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Ernie Sabella

Ernie Sabella

Acting·1949·39 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.

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Filmography

The Lion King
The Lion King (1994)Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998)Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King 1½
The Lion King 1½ (2004)Pumbaa (voice)
MouseHunt
MouseHunt (1997)Maury
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar (2016)Pumbaa (voice)
Quiz Show
Quiz Show (1994)Car Salesman
In & Out
In & Out (1997)Aldo Hooper
Fright Night Part 2
Fright Night Part 2 (1988)Dr. Scott Harrison
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001)Pumbaa (voice)
Bakery in Brooklyn
Bakery in Brooklyn (2016)Dave
Tough Guys
Tough Guys (1986)Hotel Clerk
Waking Sleeping Beauty
Waking Sleeping Beauty (2009)Self (archive footage)
Listen to Your Heart
Listen to Your Heart (2010)Tony
Around the World With Timon & Pumbaa
Around the World With Timon & Pumbaa (1996)Pumbaa (Voice)
Dining Out with Timon & Pumbaa
Dining Out with Timon & Pumbaa (1996)Pumbaa (Voice)
On Holiday With Timon & Pumbaa
On Holiday With Timon & Pumbaa (1997)Pumbaa (Voice)
Roommates
Roommates (1995)Stash
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (2025)Self
Going Under
Going Under (1991)The Mole
Copacabana
Copacabana (1985)Sam Gropper
Stand By Me
Stand By Me (1995)Pumbaa (voice)
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
Broadway's Lost Treasures II (2004)Harry The Horse (segment "Guys & Dolls")
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record
Guys and Dolls: Off the Record (1992)Himself / Harry the Horse
Faith
Faith (1990)Stanley
Just My Imagination
Just My Imagination (1992)Arnold Mayer
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas (1997)Self
Behind the Legend: Timon
Behind the Legend: Timon (2004)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit! (2008)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online! (2012)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home! (2008)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green! (2009)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart in the Water!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart in the Water! (2009)Pumbaa (voice)
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go! (2013)Pumbaa (voice)
Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable
Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable (1995)Pumba
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real! (2013)Pumbaa (voice)
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1996)Self
Show of Titles
Show of Titles (2021)"Man of La Mancha" Performer
The Robber Bridegroom
The Robber Bridegroom (1980)Big Harp
Little Johnny Jones
Little Johnny Jones (1980)Sing Song