Ernie Sabella
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
- Acting
- Born
- 1949-09-19 · Westchester, New York, USA
Known for
- The Lion King (1994) — Pumbaa (voice)
- The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998) — Pumbaa (voice)
- The Lion King 1½ (2004) — Pumbaa (voice)
- Seinfeld (1989) — Naked Man
- MouseHunt (1997) — Maury
- Married... with Children (1987) — Mr. Pond
- The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar (2016) — Pumbaa (voice)
- Quiz Show (1994) — Car Salesman
- Quantum Leap (1989) — Manny / Sancho Panza
- In & Out (1997) — Aldo Hooper
- Saved by the Bell (1989) — Leon Carosi
- Cheers (1982) — Stan
- The Good Wife (2009) — Murray
- Timon and Pumbaa (1995) — Pumbaa (voice)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) — Self (uncredited)
- Fright Night Part 2 (1988) — Dr. Scott Harrison