Pumbaa (The Lion King)

Last Updated on: January 27th, 2024

pumbaa the lion king 1994Who is Pumbaa?

Pumbaa is a fictional character from the Disney animated feature film The Lion King (1994) and its franchise. He is a warthog and along with his meerkat friend Timon, he becomes a friend and mentor to the young lion Simba after he is exiled from his home. He is known for his good-natured and easy-going personality, as well as his love for bugs and his flatulence, which he uses for comedic effect. He is a comic relief character and is also one of the main characters in the Lion King franchise. He is also known for his catchphrase “Hakuna Matata” which means “no worries” in Swahili, which is Timon’s catchphrase as well. He was played by veteran actor Ernie Sabella.

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Song Appearances

Hakuna Matata (Song)

“Hakuna Matata” is a song from the 1994 Disney animated film “The Lion King“. The song is performed by the characters Timon and Pumbaa, and…



Circle of Life (Song)

“Circle of Life” is a song from the 1994 Disney animated film “The Lion King“. The song was written by Elton John and Tim Rice,…





Park Appearances

Remember the Magic Parade | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct Remember the Magic Parade including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!


Walt Disney’s Parade of Dreams | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Walt Disney’s Parade of Dreams attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!


The Lion King Celebration Parade | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct The Lion King Celebration Parade at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!


Festival of the Lion King | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Festival of the Lion King show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!


The Circle of Life | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s extinct The Circle of Life show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!


The Legend of the Lion King | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct The Legend of the Lion King attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!




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