Biography
Ernest Sabella (born September 19, 1949) is an American actor and voice actor, who is best known for his role as the voice of Pumbaa from The Lion King franchise. He is also known for his work in Broadway theatre, including starring roles in Guys and Dolls and Man of La Mancha.
Filmography
Cast Credits
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
Character: Self
MOVIE • 2025
Show of Titles
Character: "Man of La Mancha" Performer
MOVIE • 2021
Bakery in Brooklyn
Character: Dave
MOVIE • 2016
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2016
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2013
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart on the Go!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2013
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Online!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2012
Listen to Your Heart
Character: Tony
MOVIE • 2010
The Good Wife
Character: Murray
TV • 2009
Waking Sleeping Beauty
Character: Self (archive footage)
MOVIE • 2009
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart in the Water!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2009
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Goes Green!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2009
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart at Home!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2008
Wild About Safety with Timon & Pumbaa
Character: Pumbaa
TV • 2008
Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Healthy & Fit!
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2008
The Lion King 1½
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2004
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
Character: Harry The Horse (segment "Guys & Dolls")
MOVIE • 2004
Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2004
Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2004
Behind the Legend: Timon
Character: Pumbaa (voice)
MOVIE • 2004