Ernie Sabella

Actor

Born: September 19, 1949 (age 76)
From: 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.

Filmography (42)

The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (2025)
Self
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 (2009)
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 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")
Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0
Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0 (2004)
Pumbaa (voice)
Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5
Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5 (2004)
Pumbaa (voice)
Behind the Legend: Timon (2004)
Pumbaa (voice)
Timon & Pumba's Virtual Safari
Timon & Pumba's Virtual Safari (2003)
Pumbaa (voice)
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001)
Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998)
Pumbaa (voice)
A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas (1997)
Self
MouseHunt (1997)
Maury
In & Out (1997)
Aldo Hooper
On Holiday With Timon & Pumbaa (1997)
Pumbaa (Voice)
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1996)
Self
Dining Out with Timon & Pumbaa (1996)
Pumbaa (Voice)
Around the World With Timon & Pumbaa (1996)
Pumbaa (Voice)
Stand By Me (1995)
Pumbaa (voice)
Roommates (1995)
Stash