ANDERSON Cooper has inked a deal to remain at CNN for the forseeable future.

Cooper, rumored as a candidate for CBS’ struggling “Early Show,” signed a deal doubling his annual salary to $4 million, according to Broadcasting & Cable.

Under the new deal, he’ll continue contributing to CBS’ “60 Minutes,” insiders told B&C.

Cooper, 39, is considered the face of CNN’s prime-time schedule.

He hosts “Anderson Cooper 360,” which boosted its ratings in the coveted news demo of adults 25-54 by 30 percent last month.

Cooper’s name had been bandied about as a possible “Early Show” replacement for Rene Syler, who left in December.

Cooper’s relationship with CBS continues a long tradition between the networks.

At one time, CNN’s Christiane Amanpour reported for “60 Minutes” – and former CBS anchor Dan Rather filled in on “Larry King Live.”