Yeah it's really strange that Nikki and Aisleyne are "getting the credit" (poor wording), it's clear that Helen was completely unscathed by Nikki and Aisleyne mouthing off at her, yet one small comment from Danny broke her... she got all insecure, wanted to talk more about it with him, and ran off crying!
And I agree, a lot of other housemates seem to have a similar respect for him, which is weird because I saw him as such a nobody for a long time
I suppose I just find it particularly shocking come from Helen!