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Zazu (The Lion King)

Last Updated on: November 15th, 2024

Who is Zazu?

Zazu is a beloved character from Disney’s animated classic The Lion King (1994). He is a red-billed hornbill who serves as the majordomo to Mufasa, the king of the Pride Lands, and later to Simba.

Zazu is a loyal, proper, and sometimes overly officious bird who takes his duties seriously, whether it’s reporting on the kingdom’s daily activities or attempting to keep young Simba and Nala out of trouble. Despite his prim demeanor, Zazu provides comic relief in the film, often finding himself in amusing predicaments, particularly when dealing with the mischievous cubs or facing the villainous Scar.

In the original animated movie, Zazu is voiced by British actor and comedian Rowan Atkinson, best known for his role as Mr. Bean. Atkinson’s dry wit and distinctive voice brought a memorable blend of humor and charm to the character. In Disney’s 2019 live-action adaptation of The Lion King, Zazu was voiced by John Oliver, the host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. Oliver maintained Zazu’s prim and humorous personality, adding his own comedic flair to the role. Zazu remains a fan-favorite character, known for his quick wit, iconic songs like “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” and his unwavering dedication to the Pride Lands.

The Collection:

Here is the Internet’s largest collection of Zazu related movies, TV shows, toys and other products. As always, new pieces are added to this collection regularly.

Movie Appearances

The Lion King

The Lion King 1½

The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride

Show Appearances

Timon & Pumbaa

The Lion Guard

Song Appearances

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I Just Can’t Wait to Be King (Song)

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Mickey’s Philharmagic | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Mickey’s Philharmagic attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

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