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Ernest Sabella (born September 19, 1949) is an American actor and comedian. He is best known for his role as Pumbaa from The Lion King franchise, voicing the character in all media except the 2019 film. Sabella's TV roles include Mr. Donald "Twinkie" Twinkacetti in Perfect Strangers (1986-1987), George Shipman in A Fine Romance, and Leon Carosi in Saved by the Bell (1991). His work in Broadway theatre includes starring roles in Guys and Dolls, Chicago, Curtains, and Man of La Mancha.
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The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl
2025 · as Self
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
2016 · as Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King 1½
2004 · as Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
1998 · as Pumbaa (voice)
MouseHunt
1997 · as Maury
Timon and Pumbaa
1995 · as Pumbaa (voice)
The Lion King
1994 · as Pumbaa (voice)
Fright Night Part 2
1988 · as Dr. Scott Harrison