Ernie Sabella

Acting · Born 1949-09-19 · Westchester, New York, USA

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.

Known for

• The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (2025)
• Show of Titles (2021)
• Bakery in Brooklyn (2016)
• Listen to Your Heart (2010)
• Waking Sleeping Beauty (2009)
• Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit! (2008)
• Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0 (2004)
• Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5 (2004)
• Broadway's Lost Treasures II (2004)
• Timon & Pumba's Virtual Safari (2003)
• MouseHunt (1997)
• In & Out (1997)
• A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas (1997)
• Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1996)
• Roommates (1995)
• Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable (1995)
• Quiz Show (1994)
• Just My Imagination (1992)
• Guys and Dolls: Off the Record (1992)
• Going Under (1991)
• Faith (1990)
• Fright Night Part 2 (1988)
• Tough Guys (1986)
• Copacabana (1985)