The Untold Story of ‘The Lion King’s’ Pumbaa: Disney’s First Farting Character

Unveiling the behind-the-scenes magic of ‘The Lion King’, Nathan Lane and Ernie Sabella shared how Pumbaa became the first Disney character who farts. During grueling Broadway performances, Lane would entertain Sabella by making flatulent noises, leading to the incorporation of this quirky trait into the lovable warthog’s personality. The iconic duo of Timon and Pumbaa, despite not even being part of the original audition, stole the show in the 1994 film and have since become fan favorites worldwide. Dive into the fascinating journey of bringing Pumbaa to life and how ‘The Lion King’ cemented its place in animation history.