Timon and pumbaa gay in the new movie

Listen to our podcasts. Comedian Billy Eichner is bringing an extra dose of camp to Disney's live-action remake of The Lion King, admitting that he played the role of meerkat Timon with "gay sensibility". The flick frames Timon and Pumbaa as Simba’s two gay dads.

The pair have long been used as an example of a way Disney tests out same-sex relationships in their animations, without the full (wart)hog. Share this with family and friends Copy link. SBS On Demand. Disney star comes out as gay in emotional Instagram post.

From the intimacy of their bedrooms, Australians talk all things dating with startling honesty and humour. In an interview with BuzzFeed, Eichner reflected on the role, originally played by openly gay voice actor Nathan Lane, saying he was grateful to continue the famous character's legacy.

Through a series of comical montages,Timon acts like a bossy mom tending to all Simba’s needs as the enforcer and protector. Download our apps. Watch now. Billy Eichner has cast doubt on Timon and Pumbaa being in a relationship, but confirmed he played the role with a 'gay sensibility'.

X Twitter. SBS News. In an article about the Lion King live-action remake, Jezebel refers to Timon and Pumbaa as gay lovers and "their fiercely loving and judgment-free romance" marked by the song "Hakuna Matata.". Love Me, Love My Anxiety. Published 17 July pm.

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Billy Eichner Denies That

SBS Audio. Okay, so Nathan is clearly joking, but if Timon and Pumbaa do become a gay couple in the new Lion King, we’d be totally here for it. Find more SBS podcasts on your favourite apps. Timon is voiced by Nathan Lane, who is openly gay, and Pumbaa by Ernie Sabella.

Source: WireImage. Share this with family and friends. Good writing begins with questions. Comedian Billy Eichner is bringing an extra dose of camp to Disney's live-action remake of The Lion Kingadmitting that he played the role of meerkat Timon with "gay sensibility".

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